Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has completed a one-day visit to Iran as part of Pakistan’s peace efforts to help end the ongoing US-Iran conflict.
Field Marshal Asim Munir travelled to Iran alongside Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. The visit focused on reducing tensions, overcoming the diplomatic deadlock and creating conditions for lasting peace and stability in the region.
Field Marshal Asim Munir held meetings with several senior Iranian leaders and officials. These included Iranian President Dr Masoud Pezeshkian, Supreme Leader’s representative to the Supreme National Security Council Mohsen Rezaei, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni.
The meetings provided an opportunity to discuss diplomatic options for containing the conflict and preventing further escalation in the region.
The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz was also among the key issues discussed during the meetings. The strategically important waterway has emerged as a major concern amid heightened regional tensions because of its importance to international energy and maritime trade.
The discussions covered possible steps to prevent further escalation, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and support an early resolution of the conflict.
The sides also explored pathways for resolving disputes through dialogue while stressing the importance of regional peace and stability.
Iran Welcomes Pakistan’s Role
Iranian officials appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role and sincere efforts aimed at promoting negotiations, reducing tensions and pursuing a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
Field Marshal Asim Munir was received upon his arrival in Iran by Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni and other senior civilian and military officials.
The visit mentions Pakistan’s continued diplomatic engagement with neighbouring Iran at a time of heightened regional uncertainty. Islamabad’s efforts appear focused on encouraging dialogue, preventing further escalation and supporting measures that could contribute to the restoration of regional stability.
The discussions on the Strait of Hormuz also underline the wider international implications of the conflict, particularly for maritime security, trade and energy supplies.
