Islamabad/Tehran, January 29, 2026: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke with Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday, with both leaders exchanging views on the evolving regional situation and emphasizing the importance of sustained dialogue and diplomatic engagement for regional peace, security, and development.
According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), the leaders reaffirmed their commitment to regular high-level engagements and consultations through bilateral institutional mechanisms to further strengthen cooperation across the full spectrum of Pakistan–Iran relations, reflecting the countries’ close and fraternal ties rooted in shared history, culture, and faith.
In a separate post on X, PM Shehbaz stated that he and President Pezeshkian “agreed that sustained dialogue and diplomatic engagement are vital for peace, security, and development in our region,” and reiterated the commitment to “further strengthening Pakistan–Iran fraternal ties through regular high-level engagement and institutional cooperation.”
The development comes amid reports that US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering options against Iran, including targeted strikes on security forces and leadership.
The call followed Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar’s recent conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, during which Dar emphasized that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable way forward amid regional tensions. Both foreign ministers agreed to remain in close contact as events continue to unfold.
This was the second interaction in recent days between the two sides. Last Saturday, Araghchi had called Dar while he was on an official visit to Dubai, thanking Pakistan for its “strong support and position at the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva,” including its role in calling for a vote and voting against the resolution concerning Iran.
Last week, the UN Human Rights Council adopted a resolution extending the mandate of the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Iran for two years. Pakistan was among seven countries, including India and China, that voted against the measure.
