The Foreign Office has issued a statement expressing deep concern over the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel in the Middle East.

The Foreign Office spokesperson emphasized the importance of all parties exercising restraint and working towards de-escalation in the region.

"Pakistan is watching with deep concern the ongoing developments in the Middle East," the spokesperson stated. "For months, Pakistan has underlined the necessity of international efforts to prevent expansion of hostilities in the region and for a ceasefire in Gaza."

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The Foreign Office highlighted Pakistan's assessment of the situation with grave concern, noting that on April 2, Islamabad had pointed to the results of an Israeli attack on the Iranian consulate in Syria as a major escalation in an already volatile region.

"It is now critically urgent to stabilize the situation and restore peace. We call on all parties to exercise utmost restraint and move towards de-escalation," the spokesperson reiterated.

Regarding the diplomatic efforts, the Foreign Office spokesperson expressed disappointment over the failure of the UN Security Council to establish international peace. "Today’s developments demonstrate the consequences of the breakdown of diplomacy," the spokesperson added.

In light of the current situation, Pakistan emphasized the urgent need to stabilize the region and restore peace. The Foreign Office underscored the importance of diplomatic efforts to address the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel.

As the situation continues to unfold, Pakistan stands ready to play a constructive role in promoting dialogue and finding peaceful resolutions to the conflicts in the Middle East.