Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held a crucial phone call today to address escalating tensions in the Middle East, with Islamabad revealing its multi-nation diplomatic push for peace. 📞
During the 60+ minute conversation, Sharif detailed Pakistan’s efforts to engage the US, Gulf nations, and Islamic states in creating dialogue opportunities. “There’s strong global support for this initiative,” Sharif stated, expressing hope for a breakthrough in 2026.
The PM also condemned recent Israeli strikes on Iranian civilian infrastructure, offering condolences for lives lost. Iran’s president acknowledged Pakistan’s peace efforts but emphasized the need for “trust-building measures” to enable effective mediation.
This development comes as youth-led protests for de-escalation trend globally on social platforms, with many hailing the cross-regional diplomacy as “Gen Z statecraft.” 💡
