ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has taken a central diplomatic role by hosting a high-level meeting of foreign ministers from key Muslim countries to push for peace amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict and Israel-Iran war tensions in the Middle East.
The quadrilateral meeting in Islamabad brings together Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt in a coordinated effort to address the escalating regional crisis. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar is chairing the session, which is being attended by Prince Faisal bin Furhan, Hakan Fidan, and Badr Abdelatty.
Turkish and Egyptian foreign ministers have already arrived in Islamabad and held preliminary discussions at the Foreign Office, focusing on bilateral relations and the evolving Middle East conflict. Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister is also expected to join the talks, completing the diplomatic lineup for this crucial meeting.
The main objective of the Islamabad meeting is to develop a unified peace initiative to de-escalate the Iran-Israel war and reduce tensions involving the United States. Officials say the talks will focus on ceasefire proposals, regional stability, and diplomatic engagement with all stakeholders, including Iran and the US.
Speaking ahead of the meeting, Hakan Fidan said that the time for dialogue has arrived and emphasized that stopping the war remains the top priority. He revealed that diplomatic messages have been conveyed through Pakistan, with the United States kept informed and Iran engaged in the communication process.
Pakistan’s role in hosting the foreign ministers meeting highlights its growing importance in global diplomacy and peace efforts in the Middle East. The visiting dignitaries are also expected to call on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss broader cooperation and regional security.
Analysts believe that this Pakistan-led peace initiative could play a key role in easing the Middle East crisis, especially as global pressure mounts to end the conflict. However, challenges remain, including Iran’s reported lack of trust in past negotiations.
The international community continues to call for an immediate ceasefire, with hopes that diplomatic efforts in Islamabad will contribute to ending the war and restoring stability in the region.
