FM Dar briefs Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, Egypt on Pakistan's 'befitting' response to Taliban aggression

Saudi, Qatar attempting to de-escalate Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar briefed his Saudi, Turkish and Egyptian counterparts on Friday about Pakistan's "befitting" response to aggression by the Afghan Taliban and the justified the use of military force against the neighbour.

Pakistani forces targeted key military installations of the Afghan Taliban regime in Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia through effective airstrikes, early on Friday. The military spokesperson said the ongoing ‘Operation Ghazab Lil Haq’ against the Afghan Taliban was producing the desired results and continued successfully.

He said Pakistan had “effectively repulsed” Afghan Taliban insurgents at 53 locations along the border, inflicting heavy losses while exercising restraint to avoid civilian harm.

In his statement earlier today on the situation, the foreign minister said the people and armed forces stood together as "steadfast guardians" of the country's sovereignty, dignity and security. "Together, we are resolute in our commitment for a peaceful, prosperous and secure Pakistan," he added.

Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister @MIshaqDar50 shares his thoughts on regional developments pic.twitter.com/xRdN5nZ9yd

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The foreign minister is currently in Jeddah where he attended the Extraordinary Open-ended Session of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation's Executive Committee. He later spoke with his counterparts from Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Egypt to brief them on Pakistan's response to the Afghan aggression.

He discussed the current situation of the conflict, along with other regional development, with Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan.

FM Dar briefed him on Pakistan’s "firm response to unprovoked Afghan aggression", noting that the military had carried out successful and targeted operations under ‘Operation Ghazb lil Haq’ to safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

"They reaffirmed the importance of peace and stability in the region and agreed to stay closely engaged."

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan @FaisalbinFarhan to discuss recent regional developments, including the situation along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

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Dar also telephoned Turkish FM Hakan Fidan and exchanged views on recent regional developments, particularly the situation between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

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He underscored that "Pakistan responded befittingly" to the Afghan Taliban's actions.

Both leaders emphasised the importance of peace and stability in the region and agreed to stay closely engaged on evolving developments.

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 held a telephone conversation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan @HakanFidan, and exchange views on recent regional developments, particularly the situation between Pakistan and Afghanistan.… pic.twitter.com/9Pej9RtLo5

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In his talk with Egyptian FM Dr Badr Abdelatty, Dar underlined that Pakistan response had been "measured but decisive" to the Taliban's actions.

Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 held a phone conversation with Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr Badr Abdelatty @MFAEgypt, exchanging views on recent regional developments, including the situation between Pakistan and Afghanistan.… pic.twitter.com/k2Ib1sot7s

— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) February 27, 2026

Separately, a source with knowledge of the talks told AFP today that Saudi Arabia and Qatar were engaged in efforts to halt the deadly fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

The diplomatic drive comes as fears of a spiralling conflict grew.

"Saudi Arabia, in coordination with Qatar, is making efforts to reduce tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan," said the source, requesting anonymity to discuss sensitive matters.

The goal is to "de-escalate the situation and prevent it from spiralling out of control", they added.

Acting Afghan foreign minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi called Qatar's chief negotiator Mohammed Al-Khulaifi, Doha said.

"Riyadh and Doha have been in contact at the highest levels with both sides, and we hope the confrontation will end as soon as possible," the source added.