Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar engaged in separate telephone discussions with the foreign ministers of Turkey and Iran on February 11, 2026, amid escalating tensions over Iran’s nuclear program. In a conversation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, both leaders deliberated on regional and international developments, agreeing to maintain close coordination on mutual priorities.
Dar also communicated with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, highlighting the necessity of dialogue and diplomacy in the region. Both officials committed to ongoing engagement and coordination between their nations. These discussions occurred a day after US President Donald Trump stated in an interview with Israel’s Channel 12 that the US might need to take ‘something very tough’ if a deal with Iran is not achieved.
Trump has considered deploying a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East as tensions between Washington and Tehran intensify over Iran’s nuclear ambitions and its recent suppression of protests. Iran has refused to broaden its negotiations with the US beyond the nuclear issue, while Washington seeks to include Tehran’s ballistic missile program and support for regional militant groups.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet President Trump in Washington, marking their sixth meeting since Trump’s return to office. Netanyahu intends to discuss various issues, including the negotiations with Iran, emphasizing Israel’s concerns over Iran’s missile arsenal. Iran’s foreign ministry has warned that Netanyahu’s visit could harm regional diplomacy.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, February 12th, 2026
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