Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar have held a telephone conversation to discuss the escalating situation in the Middle East.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that the meeting was disclosed via the official X account of Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA). During the call, both sides reviewed the latest developments in the region and emphasized the critical importance of dialogue and sustained diplomatic efforts to promote peace and stability. The ministers agreed to remain in close contact regarding these evolving security challenges.
The discussion comes amid a sharp increase in regional hostilities. On February 28, the United States and Israel launched military operations against Iran, conducting airstrikes on several cities within the republic. In response, Iran launched missile strikes toward Israeli territory and targeted U.S. military bases located in Persian Gulf countries. The escalation led several regional nations to temporarily close their airspace. On the same day, it was reported that Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed as a result of the attacks by the U.S. and Israel.
The Middle East remains a focal point of global geopolitical concern, with Türkiye and Pakistan frequently coordinating their positions on regional security and Islamic world issues. Both nations have historically advocated for de-escalation and the protection of civilian lives in conflict zones, viewing diplomatic engagement as the primary mechanism for restoring order in the volatile region.
