Pakistan Urges Restraint Amid US and Iran Tensions

The Government of Pakistan expressed deep concern on July 8, 2026, regarding escalating tensions in the Middle East, specifically citing a renewed conflict between the United States and Iran. Through statements issued by its Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Office, the government asserted that a renewed conflict is in no one's interest and urged all involved parties to exercise restraint.

Pakistan emphasized that continued engagement, dialogue, and diplomacy are the only viable paths to achieving regional peace and stability. To support this, the government called on all sides to uphold their commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, describing the agreement as a foundation for mutual respect and shared prosperity in the region.

Pakistani officials affirmed the country's readiness to support and facilitate regional stability to avoid further undermining security. The government maintains that prioritizing diplomatic resolutions over hostile actions is essential for the broader interest of the area.