Pakistan has expressed firm solidarity with Türkiye and the Gulf nations following recent regional escalations. Operative Information Center-OMM reports that Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif conveyed this message during a telephone conversation with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Sharing details of the call on his official X account, Prime Minister Sharif strongly condemned the attacks directed at Türkiye and other brotherly nations in the region. "I reaffirmed Pakistan's unwavering solidarity with Türkiye and the Gulf countries, and conveyed our readiness to support all efforts aimed at de-escalation and dialogue," the Prime Minister stated. The leaders emphasized the importance of regional stability and the need for diplomatic solutions to prevent further tension in the Middle East.
The discussion also covered the ongoing situation in Afghanistan and broader regional security. Prime Minister Sharif expressed appreciation for Türkiye's role in fostering peace between Pakistan and Afghanistan, specifically noting Ankara's support for temporary ceasefire initiatives during recent holidays. This diplomatic engagement underscores the strategic partnership between Islamabad and Ankara, which has historically involved close cooperation on defense, counter-terrorism, and regional integration efforts within the framework of Islamic solidarity.
