Pak Iran Ties
Rethinking Pakistan’s defence logic in the wake of Iran’s asymmetric shock and a rapidly rewired Middle East.
Published 30 Mar, 2026 01:08pm
Even as military contingency planning intensifies, diplomatic channels remain active.
Published 30 Mar, 2026 12:44pm
Premier underscores importance of unity among Islamic countries; reaffirms Pakistan's commitment and resolve to bring Iran, US to negotiating table.
Updated 30 Mar, 2026 01:17pm
Says two ships will cross the Strait daily; adds that it is a "welcome and constructive gesture by Iran and deserves appreciation".
Updated 29 Mar, 2026 11:02am
Premier expresses hope that a viable path towards ending hostilities can be found collectively.
Updated 28 Mar, 2026 06:44pm
Foreign Office says dignitaries will visit from March 29-30, also call on PM Shehbaz.
Updated 29 Mar, 2026 12:01am
“We are deeply troubled by the lack of transparency from the Trump Administration and the Department of Defence," lawmakers say.
Published 28 Mar, 2026 11:31am
Waives banking instrument requirement; exporters can ship food, medicines via land.
Updated 28 Mar, 2026 08:25am
WITH a catastrophic war raging on the nation’s borders, it is imperative that the civilian and military leadership...
Updated 28 Mar, 2026 09:40am
Question remains whether path to peace will see Islamabad hosting dialogue between the warring parties.
Updated 26 Mar, 2026 08:17pm
Says US has shared a 15-point plan "being deliberated upon by Iran", Turkiye and Egypt among brotherly countries extending support to initiative; Trump says Iran "better get serious soon, before it is too late".
Updated 26 Mar, 2026 04:30pm
For Islamabad, the possible role in facilitating talks is not about spectacle, but about quiet leverage — geography, access, and timing.
Published 26 Mar, 2026 10:50am
Jeerak station to regulate cross-border passengers and curb smuggling.
Published 26 Mar, 2026 07:13am
Says offer "subject to concurrence by the US and Iran"; Pakistan fully supports ongoing efforts to pursue dialogue to end the war.
Updated 24 Mar, 2026 08:26pm
Pakistan’s mediatory role is being discussed now because the conflict has reached a point where military escalation carries growing costs, while diplomatic options remain limited.
Published 24 Mar, 2026 11:07am
Efforts alongside Egypt and Turkiye seen as key to pausing threatened US strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure.
Updated 24 Mar, 2026 06:10pm
Emphasises return to "dialogue and diplomacy among all neighbouring countries to settle their differences", says PMO statement.
Updated 23 Mar, 2026 06:26pm
Iran FM Abbas Araghchi posts Urdu statement on X, reaffirming Tehran stands with "perseverance in defence of its sovereignty".
Updated 16 Mar, 2026 10:50pm
PAKISTAN has to maintain a delicate balance where the geopolitics of the US-Israeli aggression against Iran are...
Updated 13 Mar, 2026 09:24am
"Our principal position on issues regarding sovereignty, international law and the UN Charter ... is respected in all regional capitals," FO spokesperson says.
Updated 12 Mar, 2026 08:24pm
Iran will respond to recent US-Israeli strikes in residential areas, a news outlet affiliated with its military...
Published 11 Mar, 2026 10:21am
Embassy shifted 150km from Tehran; Airfare surge raises concern among lawmakers.
Updated 11 Mar, 2026 07:48am
PM congratulates Mojtaba Khamenei on his appointment as the new supreme leader, offers condolences on "martyrdom of his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other family members”.
Updated 11 Mar, 2026 12:01am
UN relief coordinator regrets that respect for international law being challenged and eroded again.
Updated 05 Mar, 2026 08:25am
Bilawal, Fazl, Khalid Maqbool attend meeting on Pak-Afghan situation and Iran war; PTI skips; Rana Sanaullah says Islamabad "communicating" between Riyadh, Tehran.
Updated 04 Mar, 2026 07:10pm
For a country battling insurgencies in two provinces, facing a hostile Afghan Taliban regime, and grappling with deep internal divisions, instability in a neighbouring state carries tangible security risks.
Published 04 Mar, 2026 01:12pm
"We must sit together for Pakistan and for the security of the wider region," law minister says; briefing to be held at 11:30am on Wednesday; PTI says will not attend until provided access to Imran.
Updated 03 Mar, 2026 11:56pm
Powerful explosions have rocked Iran’s capital Tehran since Saturday, with embassies from countries around the world telling their citizens to leave.
Published 03 Mar, 2026 12:26pm
"It is an age-old convention that the heads of state/government should not be targeted," he says.
Updated 01 Mar, 2026 11:19pm
Ambassador Ahmad made clear that Pakistan’s concern extends beyond any single capital.
Updated 01 Mar, 2026 03:41pm
