Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister -cum-Foreign Minister (DPM) Senator Ishaq Dar on Friday, today, held telephonic conversations with his counterparts of United Kingdom and Norway.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, received a telephone call from the British Foreign Secretary, David Lammy today.
The Deputy Prime Minister briefed him on the regional situation due to India’s illegal and unprovoked attacks on multiple cities across Pakistan that resulted in the martyrdom of innocent civilians, including women, children and the elderly.
He emphasized that Pakistan has demonstrated restraint in the face of these violations of international law and the UN Charter that threatened regional peace and security.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50, received a telephone call from the UK Secretary of State, @FCDOGovUK, Rt. Hon. David Lammy @Davidlammy.
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) May 9, 2025
The DPM/FM briefed him on the regional situation due to India’s illegal and unprovoked attacks… pic.twitter.com/xEa2J62Aah
Ishaq Dar said the Government of Pakistan remains firmly committed to defending the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
On the occasion, the British Foreign Secretary expressed deep concern over the unfolding situation and conveyed his condolences on the tragic loss of civilian lives.
He underscored the need for both sides to exercise restraint and de-escalate.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, spoke with the Foreign Minister of Norway, Espen Barth Eide today.
During the telephone call, the Deputy Prime Minister apprised him of the deteriorating regional situation caused by India’s illegal and unprovoked attacks on multiple cities across Pakistan that resulted in the martyrdom of innocent civilians, including women, children, and the elderly.
In his remarks, the Foreign Minister of Norway expressed deep concern over the ongoing escalation and conveyed his condolences on the tragic loss of civilian lives.
He appreciated the restraint shown by Pakistan and underscored the urgent need for de-escalation and the pursuit of diplomacy, to avoid further conflict.
The two leaders also discussed bilateral relations.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50, spoke with the Foreign Minister of Norway, Espen Barth Eide @EspenBarthEide.
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) May 9, 2025
DPM/FM apprised him of the deteriorating regional situation caused by India’s illegal and unprovoked attacks on multiple… pic.twitter.com/1afr96lS9m
The Foreign Minister of Norway acknowledged the positive contributions of the Pakistani diaspora to the socio-economic fabric of Norway.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen bilateral cooperation and remain in close contact over the evolving situation.
