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Editorial: US-Iran conflict — It is in Islamabad's best interest to resist pressure
It is by no means an easy situation, given Pakistan’s relationship with Saudi Arabia and the UAE as well as the US.
Pak Iran Ties
Pak Iran Ties
Pakistan wants regional issues resolved via diplomatic engagement, Qureshi tells Iranian counterpart
Iran's Foreign Minister Javad Zarif says he is in Islamabad with a proposal to connect Chabahar and Gwadar ports.
Pakistan must entrench its ties with Iran
A balancing act between Iran, Saudi Arabia and the US will no doubt require the deployment of both hard and soft power.
Headway in Taliban talks may lead to PM Imran, Trump meeting: FM Qureshi
Says progress in Taliban-US talks will create a "favourable environment" for meeting of both leaders.
No chance of action against Iran, says minister
Speakers at a seminar say that Pakistan will not support any aggression against Iran, call for strengthening ties.
Uptick in Pak-Iran ties after recent diplomatic efforts, Qureshi tells NA
Says Pakistan walking tightrope due to geopolitics, but both govts have agreed to step up border security cooperation.
'This is not funny anymore': PM Imran's statement in Iran comes under intense opposition attack
Minister says PM's acknowledgement that Pakistani soil had been used against Iran in the past was quoted out of context.
PM Imran, Iranian President Rouhani express joint resolve to combat terrorism in border areas
The two discussed the entire spectrum of bilateral relations and ways to further ties in diverse fields.
PM arrives in Iran, to meet Khamenei, Rouhani today
PM accompanied by Shireen Mazari, Ali Zaidi, Zulfi Bukhari, Abdul Razak Dawood, Zafar Mirza and Nadeem Babar.
Pakistan dispatches first shipment of relief goods to flood-hit Iran
The shipments contain 500 tents, 3,300 blankets and emergency medical kits: Foreign Office.
Pakistan sends relief goods to flood-hit Iran
Foreign Minister Qureshi conveyed the message to his Iranian counterpart Javad Zarif in a phone conversation.
Has Pakistan lost its geopolitical equilibrium?
Looking ahead, Pakistan needs to develop a geoeconomics framework of engagement with its neighbours and allies.
Pakistan, Iran vow to boost counterterrorism cooperation
Foreign Secretary Tehmina Janjua, Iran's Deputy FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi discuss "issues of mutual interest" over phone.
Saudi minister calls out Iran for 'accusing others' while being 'world's chief sponsor of terrorism'
"We respect Iran's sovereignty and territorial integrity," reiterates Shah Mahmood Qureshi in joint presser.
Pakistan offers cooperation to Iran over probe into attack
Pakistani delegation to travel to Tehran to discuss Iranian concerns following attack on Revolutionary Guards' bus.
Iran summons Pakistani envoy over attack on Revolutionary Guards
Tehran expects govt, army to "seriously confront the terrorist groups active on its border with Iran".
Gas price slabs to be revised, says minister
Inquiries into the inflated gas bills are currently in progress, says Ghulam Sarwar Khan.
Pakistan should strengthen ties with neighbours instead of US: Hina Rabbani Khar
US doesn't deserve as much importance as it is given in Pakistan because our economy does not depend on US aid: Khar.
Editorial: PM Khan's engagement in foreign ties is welcome
Govt must protect own interests abroad, and at home it must be more transparent about financial assistance it receives.
IP gas project in limbo: Pakistan wants Iran to interpret sanctions
Govt takes up delay in completion of Pak-Iran gas pipeline during meeting with Iranian petroleum ministry officials.
Protest lodged with Iran over attack on FC patrol
Tehran urged to carry out operation against terrorist group responsible for attack on its side of the border: FO.
Pakistan, Iran agree to fully support Afghan peace efforts
Both countries agree that "Afghan-owned, Afghan-led peace and reconciliation process" is the best way to ensure peace.
Iranian FM arrives to discuss issue of abducted border guards
Javad Zarif is also expected to meet PM Imran Khan.
Iranian forces shell border villages
“They fired over two dozen mortar shells, causing panic in the villages,” says an official.
'Active' efforts underway to recover abducted Iranian troops, FM Qureshi tells Zarif
Qureshi blames abduction on “common enemies unhappy with existing close, friendly relations between Pakistan and Iran”.
No formal consultation with New Delhi on opening Kartarpur Corridor: FO
No meeting with India's Foreign Minister Shusma Swaraj arranged as yet, Dr Faisal announces during a weekly briefing.
Pakistan backs Iran over US nuclear deal row
PM Imran Khan vows to strengthen ties with Tehran
PM Imran Khan expresses resolve to further expand ties with Iran
Iranian FM Zarif holds meeting with Qureshi; also calls on COAS General Qamar Javed Bajwa at GHQ.
Govt assessing future impact of renewed sanctions on Iran
The MoE’s recommendation would form part of the incoming government’s economic and trade relations policy.
Billboards celebrating Pakistan's independence day put up in Iran capital
US secretary of state, British and German envoys convey wishes to Pakistan.