Pakistan, June 11 -- Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Wednesday, focusing on rising tensions in the Middle East and the need for restraint and diplomatic engagement.

During the call, they reviewed evolving regional security situation amid US-Iran exchanges and broader instability, and expressed concern over risks to peace and maritime security in the Gulf. Both leaders emphasized importance of diplomacy, restraint, and continued engagement among all parties, hoping for early understanding that could lead to de-escalation and lasting stability.

They agreed to maintain close coordination on bilateral and multilateral forums and to strengthen Pak...