In a statement issued on X, the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed its “concern and regret over the escalation of clashes” between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

“It has called for the immediate commencement of dialogue and engagement between the two countries to halt the fighting and de-escalate tensions,” the statement said.

“While renewing its call on both sides to respect each other’s territorial integrity and national sovereignty and to refrain from any action that could further intensify tensions and conflict, the Islamic Republic of Iran declares its readiness to provide any assistance aimed at reducing tensions and facilitating dialogue between the two countries to bring a complete end to the military confrontation and achieve mutual understanding,” it added.