PM Shehbaz Cancels Russia Visit Amid Tensions
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has canceled his scheduled two-day visit to Russia in light of the evolving regional situation, according to sources at the Prime Minister’s House.
The visit, which had been described as highly significant, was set to begin on March 2. However, officials confirmed that the prime minister decided to postpone the trip due to what was termed an extraordinary regional security environment.
Emergency Security Meeting Convened in Islamabad
Sources said the prime minister has convened an emergency meeting to assess the prevailing security conditions in the region. The session will be attended by senior military leadership and heads of intelligence agencies. Participants are expected to conduct a comprehensive review of the security dynamics affecting neighboring countries, including Afghanistan and Iran, along with other states in the broader region.
The meeting will focus on evaluating the implications of recent developments and discussing Pakistan’s strategic response. Officials indicated that key consultations would be held regarding the country’s policy direction in view of the current circumstances.
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Top Military, Intelligence Leadership to Attend
Sources further noted that Pakistan is likely to formulate clear guidelines outlining its position in the coming days, reflecting the outcome of internal deliberations and consultations among civil and military leadership.
The high-level meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, will take place at the Prime Minister’s House later in the afternoon. The prime minister is expected to arrive in Islamabad shortly to preside over the session.
Regional Developments to Shape Pakistan’s Policy
The cancellation of the Russia visit underscores the gravity of the unfolding regional situation and highlights the government’s focus on addressing immediate security concerns through coordinated institutional consultation.
