FM Dar noted that Pakistan’s position had been clear and persistent that “all countries must abide by the principles of the UN Charter and international law, including respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of other states, as well as international humanitarian law”.

The minister recalled that he had conveyed Pakistan’s “condemnation of the attacks” to Iran FM Abbas Araghchi in a phone call with him on February 28.

Dar noted that his Iranian counterpart had responded “positively” to his call for restraint and dialogue, adding: “But on ground, we are seeing that things are not yet settling or easing out.”

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