Pakistan and Iran discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz, preventing further escalation and advancing diplomatic efforts to end the US-Iran conflict.
TEHRAN: Pakistan and Iran have discussed reopening the Strait of Hormuz and accelerating efforts to end the ongoing US-Iran conflict as Islamabad intensifies diplomatic efforts to ease regional tensions.
The discussions took place during Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir’s daylong visit to Tehran, where he met with senior Iranian leaders and discussed measures aimed at preventing further escalation.
According to Pakistan’s Inter-Services Public Relations, the talks focused on restoring access through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, promoting regional stability and pursuing a negotiated resolution to the conflict.
During the visit, Munir met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Supreme National Security Council representative Mohsen Rezaei, Parliament Speaker Bagher Ghalibaf, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who accompanied the army chief, later described the meeting with Pezeshkian as positive and productive. He said the discussions covered the US-Iran confrontation, rising tensions in the Middle East and steps required to revive an Islamabad memorandum of understanding aimed at achieving a comprehensive settlement.
Naqvi said Iran openly presented its position and concerns during the meeting, while Pakistan conveyed its views in a constructive atmosphere. He expressed hope that the progress achieved during the visit would provide momentum for further diplomatic engagement and contribute to lasting peace.
Pakistan has increasingly positioned itself as a mediator between Tehran and Washington, maintaining communication with both sides as regional tensions have intensified. Islamabad previously helped facilitate a temporary ceasefire and has continued diplomatic efforts aimed at preventing further confrontation.
Meanwhile, Iran has criticised Washington’s latest economic measures and warned that it is prepared to respond. The United States has announced additional sanctions targeting dozens of individuals, entities and vessels while warning countries trading with Iran that they could face restrictions affecting access to the U.S. financial system.
Iranian officials have rejected the pressure campaign and said the country is prepared to withstand the new measures. Tehran has also indicated that it expects major trading partners, including China and Russia, to resist U.S. pressure.
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