Pak Iran Ties
Prior to the release of this batch, there were 160 Pakistani prisoners in Iranian jails while 60 Iranian prisoners were in the custody of Pakistani authorities.
Updated 11 May, 2024 09:19am
Dar terms talks with Saudi investors’ delegation "elaborate"; FM explains did not sanction wheat import as ECC head.
Updated 08 May, 2024 09:23am
Says the government must prioritise its interest and commitments when making decisions; says Saudi crown prince to visit Pakistan soon.
Published 08 May, 2024 12:03am
Diplomat Hassan Nourian says Islamabad showing political determination to complete Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline project.
Updated 07 May, 2024 10:24am
Pakistan is trapped between two options: crippling sanctions or prohibitive penalties, between an American devil and the deep Caspian Sea.
Updated 02 May, 2024 09:42am
Agree to “adopt collaborative approach to confront" terrorism; commit to transform common border from that of "peace" to "prosperity".
Updated 24 Apr, 2024 04:36pm
Tomorrow, if ties between Washington and Beijing nosedive, and the US asks Pakistan to reconsider CPEC, will we comply?
Updated 24 Apr, 2024 09:18am
US warns Pakistan to keep "sanctions" in mind amid trade talks with Iran.
Updated 24 Apr, 2024 09:53am
Raisi highlights “special connection” with Pakistanis in visit to Allama Iqbal's mausoleum, holds meetings with Punjab governor, CM Maryam during Lahore visit.
Updated 23 Apr, 2024 09:58pm
Both tracks of Sharea Faisal, Shahrah-i-Quaideen and Dr Ziauddin Ahmed Road would remain closed from 3pm to 5pm.
Updated 23 Apr, 2024 10:38am
CDA directed to start work on incomplete portion of road; Iranian president’s wife visits Numl, awarded honorary PhD degree.
Updated 23 Apr, 2024 12:06pm
FM Dar, Raisi discuss regional developments; visiting dignitary presented guard of honour after premier receives him at PM House.
Updated 22 Apr, 2024 10:37pm
Foreign Office says visit will be first by any head of state after the February 8 general elections.
Updated 21 Apr, 2024 09:02pm
Interior minister says Iranian president’s visit is “very important” in the regional context.
Updated 21 Apr, 2024 10:48am
Between the threat of US sanctions and possible Iranian penalties, experts question whether the ‘Peace Pipeline’ will be a panacea for the country’s energy crisis.
Published 20 Apr, 2024 01:14pm
Diplomatic sources told Dawn the men would likely be released “within the framework of the amicable relations between the two countries”.
Updated 17 Apr, 2024 10:00am
Tehran in contact with Islamabad to confirm if any Pakistanis among crew.
Updated 16 Apr, 2024 09:40am
Washington wants Islamabad — Rawalpindi, to be exact — not to improve its relations with countries like Russia or Iran.
Updated 15 Apr, 2024 10:16am
A concerning scenario could emerge if Iran utilises the full potential of its alleged proxies in the region, including in Pakistan.
Updated 14 Apr, 2024 09:41am
The president also invited his Iranian counterpart to visit Pakistan.
Published 12 Apr, 2024 08:58am
Pakistan strongly condemns attacks, expresses concern over growing militancy in the region.
Updated 05 Apr, 2024 08:21am
National Assembly speaker Ayaz Sadiq says both countries have enjoyed historically strong bilateral ties.
Updated 05 Apr, 2024 11:58am
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps head says 15 attackers were killed during clashes with security forces; Pakistan condemns incident.
Updated 04 Apr, 2024 04:55pm
Says attracting FDI govt’s top priority, insists SIFC has restored investor confidence.
Updated 03 Apr, 2024 09:16am
Iran ambassador stresses bilateral trade increase; Palestinian envoy lauds Pakistan’s support.
Updated 30 Mar, 2024 11:22am
"Our projects have dramatically increased the nation’s electricity capacity, today powering the homes of millions of Pakistanis,” US State Dept spox says.
Published 28 Mar, 2024 12:20pm
According to the FIA, human smugglers exploit Pakistani immigrants attempting to illegally reach Europe via Iran by holding them for ransom.
Updated 28 Mar, 2024 12:47pm
A day earlier, Petroleum Minister Musadik Malik had said govt will seek exemption from US sanctions over the project.
Published 27 Mar, 2024 07:43am
"Pakistan cannot afford sanctions in the gas pipeline project,” says Minister for Petroleum Dr Musadik Malik.
Updated 26 Mar, 2024 10:32am
Iranian ambassador praises prompt action.
Updated 26 Mar, 2024 10:12am