ISLAMABAD — The Foreign Office (FO) stated on Wednesday that the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and the subsequent Lake Lucerne Summit have strongly reaffirmed the international community’s faith in diplomatic dialogue as the primary path to resolving intense regional conflicts.
Speaking at the weekly press briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi highlighted Pakistan’s central role as a mediator in de-escalating the military crisis between the United States and Iran, which has severely disrupted global energy markets since late February.
#WATCH: Following the Islamabad MOU and Lucerne talks, Pakistan’s foreign office says international recognition of its diplomatic role reflects trust in its efforts to advance peace and stability. https://t.co/yEsTZz9tPm pic.twitter.com/KUn3AxrZK9
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Key Diplomatic & Humanitarian Updates
Peace Roadmap: The US and Iran have agreed to a strict 60-day roadmap toward a comprehensive final peace deal.
Maritime Security: Dedicated communication lines are being established to ensure the safe, uninterrupted passage of commercial vessels through the critical Strait of Hormuz.
Lebanon De-confliction: A specialized de-confliction cell will be set up involving the US, Iran, and the Lebanese government.
Hostage Crisis Campaign: The FO confirmed an active, multi-channel diplomatic campaign is underway to secure the release of 11 Pakistani seafarers held by Somali pirates since April.
Implementation of the US-Iran De-escalation Framework
The newly established diplomatic understandings build directly upon the 14-point Islamabad MoU signed on June 18. Technical teams from Pakistan and Qatar will remain directly engaged with American and Iranian counterparts in the coming weeks to oversee the implementation of the bilateral framework.
Lucerne Summit Implementation Pillars
• Political Oversight: Establishment of a high-level mediation committee.
• Crisis Prevention: Direct communication links to eliminate tactical miscalculations.
• Regional Engagement: Operationalizing the US-Iran-Lebanon de-confliction cell.
• Mediation Support: Continuous technical engagement led by Pakistan and Qatar.
The international community has widely recognized Pakistan’s constructive, quiet diplomacy in mitigating the global fuel crisis triggered by the conflict. The Foreign Office also commended the domestic media for demonstrating exceptional professional maturity and maintaining the strict confidentiality required during sensitive backdoor negotiations.
Update on Hijacked Pakistani Seafarers in Somalia
Addressing a critical domestic concern, spokesperson Tahir Andrabi detailed the ongoing state efforts to recover 11 Pakistani crew members taken hostage during the April 21 piracy attack on the merchant vessel MT Honour 25 off the coast of Somalia.
The federal government has initiated an interministerial response strategy focused primarily on humanitarian and political negotiation channels. Pakistan’s diplomatic mission in Djibouti is actively holding local talks with Somalian authorities, while Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar remains in close contact with his Somalian counterpart. To expedite a safe release, the state is also collaborating with regional non-governmental organizations, friendly allied countries, and prominent human rights activist Ansar Burney to safely conclude the agonizing crisis for the hostages’ families.
