DPM Dar urges US, Iran to consider extending ceasefire

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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has urged the United States and Iran to “consider extending the ceasefire and give dialogue and diplomacy a chance”.

He expressed these views in a meeting with US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker, according to the Foreign Office (FO).

“DPM/FM underscored Pakistan’s consistent emphasis on dialogue and diplomacy as the only viable means to address challenges and achieve lasting regional peace and stability,” the FO said.

Baker conveyed US appreciation for Pakistan’s constructive and positive role in promoting regional peace and facilitating dialogue, it added.

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