Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday reiterated that India had reached out to the United States for assistance in brokering a ceasefire during the recent conflict between the two neighbors.
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Addressing reporters in Islamabad, Dar said he was contacted by Washington following India’s request. “I made it clear that Pakistan did not want war, but it was imposed on us,” he stated, stressing that Pakistan had acted in defense and not aggression.
He emphasized that Pakistan had not sought any third-party mediation but agreed in principle to the idea of dialogue at a neutral venue. Dar underscored that such talks must not be confined to a single-point agenda, insisting that all unresolved disputes, particularly the Kashmir issue, must be part of the discussions.
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Accusing India of continued “sabre-rattling,” the deputy prime minister said Pakistan remained committed to peace but would respond to provocations if necessary. He also brushed aside speculation about an imminent visit by the US Secretary of State, clarifying that no such trip was on schedule.
Dar further announced that he would embark on a two-day official visit to Bangladesh to bolster bilateral ties, highlighting Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening regional cooperation while maintaining a firm stance on core national interests.
