ISLAMABAD: Speaker of Pakistan’s National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq condemned Israel’s recent attacks on Iran, according to an official statement on Thursday, expressing concern over escalating tensions in the Middle East.

The condemnation came during a meeting in Geneva between Sadiq and his Iranian counterpart, Dr. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, on the sidelines of the 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament, held from July 29-31.

Sadiq emphasized the deep ties between Pakistan and Iran, reiterating his country’s “unwavering support” for Iran’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

“As neighbors and friends, the two countries are linked through shared aspirations of peace, stability and prosperity,” he said, according to a statement circulated by the National Assembly, adding Pakistan firmly condemned “unprovoked Israeli aggression against Iran.”

He praised Iran’s “measured response” and reiterated Pakistan’s preference for resolving the Iranian nuclear issue through dialogue and multilateral engagement.

The meeting coincided with a broader backdrop of rising hostilities between Iran and Israel.

On June 13, Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a surprise military offensive targeting Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure, including sites in Tehran, Natanz and Isfahan.

Iranian military officials, including top nuclear scientists and Revolutionary Guards commanders, were killed in the attack.

Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks, causing massive damage to various neighborhoods in Tel Aviv and other areas. The conflict lasted approximately 12 days before a ceasefire was agreed upon on June 24 amid a number of casualties on both sides.

Sadiq also noted the importance of reinforcing legislative cooperation through the Pak‑Iran Parliamentary Friendship Groups and sought to strengthen people-to-people ties between the two countries.