PM Shehbaz Sharif Briefs Parliamentary Leaders on Regional Crisis

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level consultative meeting in Islamabad to take the country’s top political leadership into confidence regarding the volatile situation on the Pakistan-Afghanistan border and the wider conflict in the Middle East. The gathering included major figures such as Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Maulana Fazlur Rehman, and leaders from the MQM, IPP, and BAP. A detailed briefing was provided on Pakistan’s recent military strikes against militant infrastructure in Afghanistan and the ongoing diplomatic efforts to prevent a broader regional spillover following the U.S.-Iran-Israel escalation.

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During the session, the Prime Minister emphasized that Pakistan remains committed to its “zero tolerance” policy against terrorism while simultaneously pursuing peace through diplomatic channels. Parliamentary leaders expressed a rare show of national solidarity, unanimously supporting the government’s stance on territorial integrity. They appreciated the transparency of the briefing and urged the administration to accelerate engagement with regional partners, including Turkey and China, to mediate a ceasefire with the Taliban authorities

The participants also discussed the economic and security implications of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the impact of the Middle East war on Pakistan’s energy supply. The meeting concluded with a renewed pledge to eradicate domestic terrorism and a collective call for consensus to navigate the most significant foreign policy challenge the country has faced in decades. By bringing together treasury and opposition benches, the government aims to present a unified front to the international community as border skirmishes enter their second week.

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