Dar, US Envoy Baker Discuss Regional Tensions

Islamabad (TDI): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday met US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker in Islamabad to discuss recent regional developments, with a particular focus on the evolving situation between the United States and Iran.

According to an official statement, Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s consistent position that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable path to resolving disputes and ensuring lasting peace and stability in the region.

Dar stressed the need for engagement between the United States and Iran. He also urged both sides to consider extending the ceasefire, and to give dialogue and diplomacy a chance.

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

The meeting reflects Pakistan’s broader diplomatic approach of engaging all key stakeholders to prevent further escalation in an already volatile regional environment. Islamabad has consistently advocated for restraint, warning that continued tensions could have wider implications for global energy markets and regional stability.

Observers note that Pakistan’s outreach comes at a time when multiple international actors are also intensifying efforts to preserve the ceasefire and revive dialogue between Washington and Tehran. The evolving situation has placed added emphasis on backchannel diplomacy and coordinated multilateral engagement.

Islamabad is expected to remain active in facilitating communication between relevant parties in the coming days, as uncertainty persists over the next phase of talks and the sustainability of the current ceasefire arrangement.

Sohail Majeed

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