ISLAMABAD — Pakistan has launched an unprecedented diplomatic offensive to de-escalate the armed conflict in the Middle East, now entering its fifth week. During an official briefing on Thursday, Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi detailed a high-level "peace mission" led by Prime Minister Mohammad Shahbaz Sharif aimed at securing a peaceful settlement through dialogue and unity within the Ummah.

PM Shehbaz Sharif’s Global Outreach The Prime Minister has personally engaged with over a dozen world leaders in a concentrated effort to halt hostilities. A pivotal conversation took place yesterday with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, where the Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with Saudi Arabia following recent attacks.

Just days prior, on March 23, the Prime Minister spoke with Iranian President Dr. Masoud

Pezeshkian, emphasizing the "urgent need for de-escalation." His diplomatic marathon has included calls to leaders in Türkiye, Jordan, Egypt, Indonesia, and Malaysia, positioning Pakistan as a central bridge for regional stability.

FM Ishaq Dar’s "Shuttle Diplomacy" Complementing the Prime Minister’s efforts, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar has maintained a robust schedule of international engagements.

• Riyadh Summit: FM Dar attended a high-level meeting of regional Foreign Ministers in Saudi Arabia on March 18.

• Strategic Dialogue: Over the last week, he has coordinated with counterparts from Norway,

• Azerbaijan, Iraq, and the UAE, as well as the EU High Representative Kaja Kallas, to build an international consensus for peace.

Combatting Islamophobia and Human Rights Concerns The briefing also marked the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, highlighting Pakistan’s instrumental role alongside the OIC in securing this UN designation.

The spokesperson concluded with a sharp condemnation of India's continued closure of the Jama Masjid in Srinagar. For the seventh consecutive year, Kashmiri Muslims have been barred from congregational prayers at the historic site, a move Pakistan describes as a "serious violation of religious freedom" and fundamental human rights in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).