Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar received a telephone call from the Foreign Minister of Egypt, Dr. Badr Abdelatty today. During the telephonic conversation, both sides expressed grave concern over the deteriorating situation in Palestine, condemning the continued Israeli military actions in Gaza and the Occupied West Bank, escalating settler violence, and repeated violations at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem.

According to Radio Pakistan, they underscored the urgent need for an immediate end to all hostilities, unhindered humanitarian assistance, and full respect for international law. The two Ministers also discussed Jordan's proposal to convene a meeting of a group of Arab and Islamic countries to coordinate diplomatic efforts in support of the Palestinian people.

They further exchanged views on recent regional developments, stressing the imperative of restraint, dialogue, and diplomacy to prevent further escalation and preserve regional peace and stability.