Asked about Pakistan’s views on US sanctions on Iran, Foreign Office Spokesperson Sajjad Haider Khan replied that as a responsible member of the international community, the country will adhere to “all applicable sanctions regimes in accordance with international and domestic laws”.

“Pakistan reaffirms its commitment to a rule-based international system rooted in multilateralism and international law, and we remain in constant and constructive communication with all relevant stakeholders,” he tells a press briefing.

Khan adds that while Islamabad highly values its strategic partnership with Washington and remains fully committed to further strengthening long-standing ties, it stresses its strict adherence to international norms and established frameworks.

“Pakistan, being a mediator in communication between Iran and the United States, believes that it is important to continue urging both sides to exercise restraint, resolve outstanding issues through dialogue and diplomacy, and honour their respective commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding,” he states.

“Pakistan believes that this is the only viable pathway to resolving the conflict amicably and peacefully, in the larger interest of global peace and security.”