Pakistani army chief leaves Tehran after meeting senior Iranian leaders

Pakistan’s Field Marshal Asim Munir has concluded an official visit to Tehran, where he held a series of high-level meetings with Iranian leaders aimed at easing tensions between Iran and the United States, the Pakistani military said on April 18, as quoted by AP.

According to the statement, the visit underscores Pakistan’s commitment to promoting peace, stability, and a negotiated resolution to regional conflicts.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi accompanied Munir as part of the delegation.

During the visit, the Pakistani delegation met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and held talks with Parliament Speaker Bagher Qalibaf, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, as well as senior military officials.

The discussions focused on regional security dynamics, ongoing diplomatic efforts, and practical steps to promote lasting peace in the region.

Munir emphasised the importance of dialogue, de-escalation, and resolving disputes through sustained diplomatic engagement.

He also conveyed goodwill messages from Pakistan’s leadership and reaffirmed Islamabad’s intention to further strengthen its longstanding ties with Iran.

By Tamilla Hasanova