Pakistan stands by Iran in wake of U.S. strikes

June 23, 2025 (MLN): Pakistan has strongly condemned the recent U.S. attacks, which came in the wake of Israel’s unprovoked and unjustified aggression over the past eight days.

In a telephone conversation with the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, H.E. Masoud Pezeshkian, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the brotherly people and Government of Iran.

He also expressed heartfelt condolences over the loss of precious lives and prayed for the swift recovery of the injured, as per the press release issued.

During the call, the Prime Minister expressed concern that the U.S. strikes had targeted facilities under the safeguards of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), emphasizing that these attacks constituted a serious violation of international law and the IAEA Statute.

While acknowledging Iran’s right to self-defence as enshrined under Article 51 of the UN Charter, the Prime Minister stressed the urgent need to return to dialogue and diplomacy as the only viable path forward.

He further called for collective efforts to de-escalate the situation, reiterating Pakistan’s readiness to play a constructive role in this context.

In response, President Pezeshkian conveyed his deep appreciation for Pakistan’s support to Iran.

He thanked the Prime Minister, the Government, and the people of Pakistan, including the military leadership, for standing in solidarity with the people and Government of Iran.

Both leaders emphasized the urgency of forging unity among the Ummah at this critical juncture and agreed to remain in close contact.