Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has emphasised the need to uphold the ceasefire commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and avoid any actions that could further escalate tensions in the Middle East.
According to a statement issued by Pakistan’s Foreign Office, Dar made the remarks during a telephone conversation with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah on Saturday.
The two leaders reviewed the latest developments in the region and exchanged views on the evolving security situation.
Kuwait expresses concern over attacks
During the conversation, the Kuwaiti foreign minister expressed serious concern over the continued attacks on his country’s territory.
He voiced hope that all parties would exercise maximum restraint and fully implement the commitments outlined in the Islamabad MoU to help reduce regional tensions.
The Kuwaiti minister also appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting dialogue, diplomacy and efforts aimed at maintaining regional peace and stability.
Pakistan calls for de-escalation
Dar reiterated Pakistan’s position that de-escalation remains essential for lasting peace in the region.
He stressed the importance of respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states, adding that preserving regional peace and security should remain the highest priority.
Both foreign ministers agreed to remain in close contact and continue consultations on matters of mutual interest.
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Call follows attacks in Kuwait
The telephone conversation came hours after Kuwait accused Iran of targeting civilian sites and critical infrastructure following reported attacks on an oil facility and a power and water plant.
According to Kuwait’s Foreign Ministry, the repeated attacks on essential infrastructure endangered civilian lives and reflected a systematic pattern of targeting non-military facilities.
Iran has not commented on Kuwait’s allegations.
Defence cooperation also under discussion
The latest diplomatic engagement comes amid reports that Pakistan and Kuwait are holding preliminary discussions on expanding defence cooperation alongside energy and investment initiatives.
According to a recent Reuters report, the talks remain at an early stage and no agreement has been finalised.
The report said Kuwait is interested in strengthening defence ties with Pakistan, while discussions are also taking place on defence procurement, military training and broader security cooperation.
Officials familiar with the discussions have cautioned that the negotiations are still evolving and could be influenced by the wider security situation in the Middle East.
Pakistan has not officially confirmed plans for a new defence pact with Kuwait, and both governments have yet to comment publicly on the reported negotiations.
