Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar apprised the foreign minister of Azerbaijan, Jeyhun Bayramov, of the current regional situation amid India-Pak tensions during a telephonic conversation, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

“FM Jeyhun Bayramov expressed strong solidarity and support for Pakistan in [the] wake of India’s illegal and unprovoked attacks that violated Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity,” read the statement.

He conveyed heartfelt condolences to the people of Pakistan on the loss of innocent lives, the MOFA statement added.

The two leaders have agreed to remain in close contact, as per the statement.