Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has apprised Crown Prince of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al Khaled Al Hamad Al Sabah of Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts to bring an end to the war.

According to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), the prime minister held a phone call with the Kuwait’s crown prince, reiterated the country’s strong condemnation of the attacks on the Gulf country, and expressed Pakistan’s solidarity and support for the people of Kuwait, in these challenging times.

PM Shehbaz also offered condolences on the loss of precious lives and prayed for the recovery of the injured.

“While expressing deep appreciation of the prime minister’s leadership, the crown prince of Kuwait fully endorsed Pakistan’s efforts for mediation between Iran and the US,” the PMO said.

The prime minister thanked the crown prince and assured him that Pakistan would continue to play a constructive role for bringing peace and stability in the region.

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