Pakistan’s top civilian and military leadership convened on Monday to assess growing tensions in the Middle East following recent U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites. The meeting of the National Security Committee (NSC), chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, included senior cabinet members and military officials, reflecting Islamabad’s concern over the rapidly deteriorating regional landscape.
The airstrikes, which reportedly targeted key Iranian nuclear facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, have intensified the conflict between Iran and Israel and sparked international alarm. In response, Pakistan’s Foreign Office condemned the U.S. action, terming it a breach of international law. It urged all parties to prioritise diplomacy to avoid further instability in the region.
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Prime Minister Sharif, in a phone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, expressed Pakistan’s support for Iran and condemned the strikes. Pakistan also aligned with China and Russia in presenting a draft resolution at the United Nations Security Council, calling for an immediate ceasefire and urging restraint from all involved parties.
The proposed resolution highlights the need to protect civilians, prevent further damage to infrastructure, and resolve the crisis through diplomatic means.
At the UN, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative Asim Iftikhar emphasized the importance of dialogue and respect for international norms, warning that the situation could spiral into a wider regional conflict if not addressed quickly.