PM, Oman Sultan discuss regional situation

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephonic conversation with the Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq on Monday and discussed the prevailing regional situation, which has deteriorated following Israel's attack on Iran and subsequent hostilities that have endangered peace and security across the region.

The premier said that the escalation had taken place at a time when diplomatic efforts were underway to reduce US-Iran tensions, facilitated by Oman. The attacks had not only derailed the delicate diplomatic process, but had also undermined efforts to promote dialogue and de-escalation in the region.