Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir, along with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and their delegation have concluded a three-day official visit to Iran, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced on Saturday.
According to the military’s media wing, the Army chief called on Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian and held separate meetings with Speaker of the National Assembly Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, and Commander of Khatam-ul-Anbiya Headquarters Maj. Gen. Ali Abdollahi.
It said their discussions focused on achieving sustainable regional peace, with particular emphasis on the evolving regional security environment, ongoing diplomatic engagements, and collaborative measures aimed at promoting enduring peace and stability. The field marshal underscored the need for dialogue, de-escalation, and peaceful resolution of outstanding issues through sustained diplomatic engagements.
The CDF, read the statement, also expressed deep appreciation for the warm hospitality extended by the Iranian leadership and the people of Iran. He conveyed sincere regards and best wishes from President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and the people of Pakistan to the Iranian leadership, reaffirming Pakistan’s desire to further strengthen the historic and brotherly ties between the two countries.
“The visit reflects Pakistan’s unwavering resolve to facilitate a negotiated settlement to the Middle East conflict and to promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the region,” the ISPR added.
The Army chief and interior minister, along with their delegation, reached Tehran on Wednesday as part of Islamabad’s ongoing efforts to mediate a permanent end to the conflict triggered by joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Tehran on Feb. 28.
Islamabad hosted inconclusive talks between the U.S. and Iran last week though both sides indicated they would continue talks amidst a ceasefire that is set to expire on April 22 to resolve the situation.