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EU's Costa and Pakistan's Sharif Discuss Iran War Mediation

3/30/2026

Summary

Costa Mediates Iran Conflict

European Council President Antonio Costa held a productive call with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif about the escalating war in Iran.
Costa said discussions drew on assessments from foreign ministers of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey.
He said the European Union is deeply concerned about the war's prolonged nature and global repercussions.
Pakistan announced plans to host meaningful talks soon to mediate and help resolve the conflict in Iran.

Summary

Costa Supports Peace

European Council President António Costa and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif discussed the Middle East crisis during a call.
They expressed concern about the conflict's impact on regional stability and the global economy.
Costa endorsed Pakistan's mediation and reaffirmed EU support for diplomatic initiatives to restore peace.
Sharif highlighted the Pakistan-EU Business Forum for April 28-29, 2026, in Islamabad.
Both leaders emphasized sustained dialogue and strengthening Pakistan-EU relations.

History

Historical Context

The Iran-Iraq War began on September 22, 1980, when Iraq invaded Iran, aiming to seize the oil-rich Khuzestan province amid Iran's post-revolution turmoil. The conflict resulted in over one million casualties and heightened regional instability, drawing in nations like Saudi Arabia and Turkey. Today, leaders like Antonio Costa and Shehbaz Sharif are discussing diplomatic mediation to address ongoing tensions stemming from this historical conflict.

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Costa Mediates Iran Conflict

European Council President Antonio Costa held a productive call with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif about the escalating war in Iran.
Costa said discussions drew on assessments from foreign ministers of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey.
He said the European Union is deeply concerned about the war's prolonged nature and global repercussions.
Pakistan announced plans to host meaningful talks soon to mediate and help resolve the conflict in Iran.

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