Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, spoke with Pakistan’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday reaffirming Pretoria’s support for efforts toward lasting peace.
He stressed that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all nations must be upheld. Talks between Iranian and US delegations are expected in Islamabad on Friday.
Addressing Heads of Mission from the Middle East and Asia, Lamola also emphasised the inclusion of Lebanon in any ceasefire arrangement.
“We note the current initiative and ongoing efforts of achieving a comprehensive end to the conflict in the Middle East and advancing a just sustainable and the lasting peace. We also call for cessation of all hostilities and fire, that this ceasefire should also include Lebanon. The sovereignty and integrity of all affected countries must be respected by all parties involved.”
Today, I spoke with my counterpart, the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Pakistan, His Excellency Mohammad Ishaq Dar.
South Africa welcomes Pakistan’s mediation efforts in the Middle East.
We continue to call for a cessation of all hostilities and strict adherence to… pic.twitter.com/v8honELyFX
— Minister: International Relations and Cooperation (@RonaldLamola) April 9, 2026
VIDEO | Minister Lamola has called for a ceasefire which includes Lebanon:
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