ISLAMABAD: Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir will visit Tehran on Monday as part of Pakistan’s efforts to support regional peace and security, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said on Sunday.
According to a statement issued by the ministry, Munir will lead an official Pakistani delegation during the visit, which is intended to strengthen bilateral cooperation between Iran and Pakistan and continue Islamabad’s diplomatic efforts aimed at supporting peace and security in the region.
Baqaei said Munir is expected to meet and hold talks with senior Iranian officials.
The visit comes amid heightened tensions surrounding Iran, including disagreements with the United States over proposed sanctions. US officials have described the planned measures as potentially among the most extensive sanctions imposed on Iran.
US President Donald Trump has also warned of economic consequences for countries that provide support to Iran as Washington seeks to increase pressure on Tehran.
Tensions have also affected shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a major global oil transit route. Iran has warned against unauthorised tanker movements through the waterway, while its economy continues to face pressure from international sanctions.
Pakistan’s mediation efforts
Pakistan has remained involved in diplomatic efforts concerning the conflict between Iran and the United States and has sought to facilitate dialogue between the two sides.
According to the account provided by Iranian officials, Pakistan helped broker a ceasefire on April 8, followed by direct US-Iran talks hosted by Islamabad on April 11 and 12.
The diplomatic process later contributed to the signing of an Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Iran in Geneva on June 17. The agreement established a framework aimed at moving towards a longer-term end to the conflict.
Although tensions have subsequently increased again, Pakistan has continued its diplomatic engagement. Munir and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi have made several visits to Iran in recent months as part of Islamabad’s efforts to facilitate dialogue and reduce regional tensions.
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