Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a phone conversation with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty to discuss the regional situation amid ongoing tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. According to Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry, the discussion focused on recent regional developments, particularly the state of Pakistan-Afghanistan relations.

During the call, Ishaq Dar stated that Pakistan’s response to what he described as unprovoked aggression was measured but firm. He highlighted that under “Operation Ghazab Lil Haq,” Pakistan’s armed forces had carried out a successful operation to safeguard the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The ministry’s statement added that both leaders emphasized the importance of regional peace and stability and agreed to maintain communication as the situation evolves.

The continued diplomatic engagement between Islamabad and Cairo is being viewed as part of efforts to manage and contain the current tensions in the region.