Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has spoken with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman over the phone, discussing the recent escalation of tensions in the region. The Saudi News Agency reported that the two leaders exchanged views on the current situation and its implications.
During the call, Prime Minister Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Saudi Arabia and condemned the attacks on Saudi security and sovereignty. He emphasized that Pakistan will remain firmly committed to Saudi Arabia’s side.
The US military has stated that the recent operations are of a defensive nature, aimed at protecting American interests and allies in the region. Meanwhile, experts have warned of potential storms, strong winds, and dust storms in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region.
The conflict has had a devastating impact on Israel, with several buildings destroyed in Tel Aviv and sirens blaring in northern Israel. India is also facing a crisis, with a shortage of gas and petrol. According to Arab media, the gas shortage has forced India’s poor to resort to burning wood and coal for fuel.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that the conflict in the Middle East has spiralled out of control, putting the world at risk of a wider war. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister is in contact with his counterparts in neighboring countries, including Iran, to discuss the crisis.
Iran’s Foreign Minister has rejected US proposals, with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry responding by condemning the move. Iranian officials have said that they have reviewed the US proposals and found them to be unacceptable.
There is speculation that Iranian and US officials may meet in Pakistan, with the Pakistani and Egyptian governments confirming that their ambassadors, whose visas expire on February 25, can leave the country without paying fees.
A drone was reportedly destroyed in Riyadh and the Eastern Region, with the wreckage landing on a partially constructed building, causing partial financial damage.
Chinese shipping giant Cosco has resumed bookings for ships from some Gulf countries after a three-week hiatus. Iranian Minister of Defense Amir Hatami has warned that US ships will be targeted if they enter Iranian missile range.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has praised Israel for its stance against aggression, with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi saying that the US proposals had been reviewed and found to be unacceptable.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has expressed concerns about US activities in the region, particularly military deployments. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister has been in contact with his counterparts in neighboring countries, including Iran and Saudi Arabia.
Meanwhile, the Iranian government has issued a warning about the potential for storms, strong winds, and dust storms in the region. The Pakistani Ministry of Finance has taken steps to mitigate the impact of rising fuel prices on the public.
