UN chief appreciates, expresses full support for Pakistan's diplomacy in US-Iran war

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres expressed his full support for Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic efforts in promoting peace and stability in the Middle East during a telephonic conversation with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday. Amid the ongoing war between the United States, Israel and Iran, Pakistan's leadership has intensified diplomatic efforts in coordination with Turkiye and Egypt to help ease regional unrest. FM Dar has engaged in telephonic discussions with counterparts from several Gulf states and other nations, emphasising the importance of de-escalation and advocating for dialogue and diplomacy in accordance with the principles of the United Nations Charter. FM Dar said on X today that it was a "great pleasure" to speak with the UN chief. "The secretary-general expressed appreciation and extended his full support for Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic efforts in pursuit of peace and stability in the region," he said. The foreign minister said they exchanged views on the evolving situation in West Asia and its implications for international peace and security.  "I underscored that the UN remains indispensable to conflict prevention and resolution, and reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to diplomacy and dialogue as the only viable path to sustainable peace."   Great pleasure to speak tonight with the Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres @antonioguterres. We exchanged views on the evolving situation in the West Asia and its implications for international peace and security. I underscored that the UN remains… — Ishaq Dar (@MIshaqDar50) March 27, 2026 FM Dar also earlier held a telephonic conversation with Egyptian counterpart Dr Badr Abdelatty. The two leaders exchanged views on the evolving regional situation, underscoring the importance of dialogue, restraint and collective efforts to foster peace and stability. The Foreign Office said they reaffirmed their commitment to continuing support for all efforts aimed at advancing peace and prosperity. Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 held a telephonic conversation today with the Foreign Minister of Egypt, Dr. Badr Abdelatty. The two leaders exchanged views on the evolving regional situation and underscored the importance of… pic.twitter.com/p0OYjGCQ3G — Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) March 27, 2026 FM Dar also talked with Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan and discussed the latest developments in the regional and international landscape. The two leaders exchanged views on the evolving situation and emphasised the critical need for dialogue and sustained diplomatic efforts to ensure peace and stability in the region. Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50, spoke with the Foreign Minister of Türkiye, Hakan Fidan @HakanFidan, to discuss the latest regional and international situation. The two leaders exchanged views on recent developments and… pic.twitter.com/ptmjZ3x8oQ — Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) March 27, 2026