Foreign Minister Discusses in Phone Call with His Pakistani Counterpart the Developments of the War in the Region and Ways to Contain It

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Iraq, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein, held a telephone conversation on Sunday, 1 March 2026, with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Muhammad Ishaq Dar, to discuss developments related to the war in the region and the escalating military situation.

The two sides reviewed the current circumstances and their implications for the security and stability of countries across the region, underscoring the dangers posed by the continuation of military operations and the potential expansion of the conflict.

H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein commended Pakistan’s positive role in supporting de-escalation efforts and promoting dialogue, emphasizing the importance of intensifying diplomatic engagement and coordination with countries neighboring Iran in order to identify practical avenues for containing the crisis and preventing its further spread.

Both sides also stressed the necessity of halting the war and prioritizing political solutions, in a manner that contributes to safeguarding regional security and preserving international peace.