Summary Shehbaz Sharif may visit Russia in June, with Putin meeting expected, as Pakistan seeks diplomatic role in easing Middle East tensions.
MOSCOW (Shahid Ghumman) - Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is likely to visit Russia in June, where a meeting with President Vladimir Putin is expected.
This was stated by Pakistan’s Ambassador to Russia, Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, in an interview. He said that work on finalizing the visit dates is ongoing and expressed hope that the important trip will materialise by June.
According to the ambassador, the prime minister views the visit as a historic opportunity and is keen to meet the Russian president, whom he considers an influential global leader and a statesman.
Discussing the Middle East situation, the envoy revealed that Pakistan has requested Russia to use its influence over Israel to help reduce escalating tensions with Iran.
He added that diplomatic channels between Islamabad and Moscow have remained active, through which Pakistan conveyed that a war with Iran could prove detrimental for Israel.
The ambassador reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to promoting peace and stability in the region and to actively participating in global diplomatic efforts.
