Pakistan and Iran report "significant progress" in Tehran talks
Military and diplomatic contacts in Tehran addressed escalation risks, the Strait of Hormuz and a negotiated end to the conflict, Pakistani officials say.
Pakistan and Iran reported "significant progress" in talks aimed at ending the American‑Israeli war against Iran and mapping a path to peace, Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said after completing a visit to Tehran.
Key topics and exchanges
According to a statement from the Pakistani military, discussions focused on measures to prevent further escalation, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and measures to accelerate an end to the conflict following meetings between Army Chief Asim Munir and Iranian officials.
Both sides also exchanged views on broader regional stability and on how a negotiated settlement might be achieved. Naqvi summarized the tone of the talks on X: "The Iranian president openly set out his government's positions, and we had a very constructive exchange of views on the issues that were discussed."
The White House and the State Department did not immediately respond to requests for comment that were sent outside normal working hours.
Before the Tehran visit, Munir spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump. Last week, Trump warned that any country that gives "any shelter" to Iran would face economic consequences as part of an effort to isolate Tehran. Iran, for its part, threatened to halt oil exports from the Persian Gulf.
Tehran has also said it is prepared for U.S. sanctions, declaring, "We have a two‑year plan."
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