Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held separate calls with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, the ministry said in a statement, focusing on proposals aimed at reducing hostilities across the region.

The discussions come amid intensified diplomatic engagement by regional actors seeking to contain the conflict, which has disrupted energy flows and heightened geopolitical risks.

Turkiye and Pakistan have also taken on intermediary roles, with Islamabad recently hosting talks on de-escalation measures and proposals to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global oil and gas shipments.

Egypt’s outreach reflects growing concern among regional powers over the potential for further escalation and the economic impact of prolonged disruptions, particularly on energy markets and trade routes.

Speaking in separate calls with regional counterparts, Wang urged renewed dialogue, saying indications from Washington and Tehran suggested a willingness to re-engage diplomatically. His remarks came amid conflicting claims from the two sides over whether any talks are underway.

Iran has denied entering negotiations, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stating that no talks had taken place and that discussing negotiations under current conditions would amount to conceding defeat. His comments underscored Tehran’s public resistance to engaging while the conflict persists.

U.S. President Donald Trump, however, maintained that Iran was already participating in talks and eager to reach an agreement, suggesting Iranian officials were reluctant to acknowledge this publicly.The White House has also warned of severe consequences if Iran does not accept a proposed peace framework, while reiterating readiness to escalate pressure.

Wang conveyed China’s position in discussions with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, emphasizing the need to resume negotiations and avoid further escalation. He said prolonging the conflict would lead to additional casualties and broader regional spillover.

China also expressed support for diplomatic initiatives led by regional actors, including Türkiye’s ongoing engagement with both Washington and Tehran aimed at facilitating dialogue.

Despite the diplomatic activity, violence on the ground has shown little sign of easing after nearly four weeks of conflict. Intensified rhetoric from all sides has further complicated prospects for immediate de-escalation.

Wang reiterated that dialogue remains the only viable path forward, warning that continued fighting risks deepening humanitarian and geopolitical consequences across the region.

Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s support for Saudi Arabia’s security and sovereignty in the face of what he described as repeated Iranian attacks, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

The two leaders reviewed recent regional developments and the broader implications of the conflict for global stability.

The call came as Sharif indicated Pakistan could host talks aimed at ending the conflict, positioning Islamabad as a potential intermediary amid intensifying hostilities. In a statement on X, he said Pakistan supported efforts to pursue dialogue and a peaceful resolution.

The outreach follows remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump that Washington had engaged in “productive” discussions with Iran, a claim denied by Iranian military officials.Despite diplomatic signals, fighting has continued, with U.S., Israeli and Iranian strikes ongoing across the region.

Sources have indicated that Washington is preparing to deploy additional forces, including thousands of troops from the 82nd Airborne Division, adding to an existing U.S. presence of about 50,000 personnel in the Middle East.

The planned deployment underscores a broader military buildup that has raised concerns about a prolonged conflict even as parallel diplomatic efforts gain traction.

Pakistan’s potential role as a host for negotiations reflects its longstanding ties with Iran and its recent engagement with the United States, allowing it to project itself as a relatively neutral actor in the crisis.

The discussions between Riyadh and Islamabad come amid growing international efforts to contain the conflict’s geopolitical and economic fallout.