Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has briefed the President European Council, António Costa, on Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts in resolving the Iran war.

In a phone call, the two leaders spoke about the situation in the Middle East, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said.

“The Prime Minister shared with President Costa the latest updates on Pakistan’s diplomatic outreach and peace efforts,” PMO said.

It added that Costa appreciated Pakistan’s “constructive role in promoting dialogue and stability in the region”‘

He said that the EU was “ready to support this process, in every possible manner”.

“Both leaders stressed on the need to continue with dialogue and diplomacy to ensure lasting regional and global security,” PMO added.