Pakistan, Saudi Arabia condemn ceasefire violations in Lebanon, call for restraint

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have voiced alarm over violations of the ceasefire in Lebanon, urging all parties to respect the truce and prevent further escalation in the conflict-stricken region.

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a late-night call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan on Wednesday to discuss the deteriorating situation in Lebanon.

Both leaders expressed deep concern over ongoing breaches of the ceasefire and emphasized the urgent need for strict adherence to ensure stability and security.

During the conversation, Dar acknowledged Saudi Arabia’s support for Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts to promote lasting peace through dialogue, and the two sides pledged to maintain close coordination on regional developments.

In a separate development, Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam said that, despite public skepticism over repeated Israeli ceasefire violations, Tehran’s delegation will arrive in Islamabad Thursday night for talks based on Iran’s 10-point proposal.

Pakistan’s Foreign Office said Israel’s strikes have caused civilian casualties and widespread infrastructure damage, undermining international peace efforts and violating humanitarian principles. The office called on the global community to take urgent action to halt the violence and reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and long-term stability.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also weighed in, urging all parties to exercise restraint after reports of ceasefire violations across parts of the conflict zone. In a post on X, Sharif warned that such incidents threaten ongoing peace efforts.

Less than 24 hours after the ceasefire announcement, Sharif confirmed that delegations from the United States and Iran are scheduled to visit Pakistan on Friday for talks aimed at de-escalating the conflict.

Addressing a federal cabinet meeting on Wednesday, the prime minister described the ceasefire as a temporary pause in hostilities that should serve as a foundation for broader, sustainable peace in the region.