Pakistan, Indonesia express concern over Middle East crisis, urge all parties to exercise maximum restraint

Islamabad (Web Desk): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday spoke by phone with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, expressing serious concern over the intensifying crisis in the Middle East.

During the conversation, the two leaders emphasized the need for all sides to exercise maximum restraint and committed to promoting genuine efforts to resolve disputes through meaningful dialogue and diplomatic channels.

The prime minister strongly denounced Israel’s attacks on Iran and condemned the subsequent harmful incidents targeting other allied Gulf nations.

He also briefed President Subianto on Pakistan’s diplomatic engagements with Gulf countries in response to the unfolding situation.

Additionally, PM Shehbaz  updated the Indonesian President on the latest developments regarding Afghanistan. The two leaders agreed to stay closely in touch over the coming days.