TEHRAN: Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif thanked Iran for standing with Pakistan during the recent tensions with India during a joint press conference with Iranian President Masoud Pezizkian in Tehran on Monday. He also announced Pakistan’s support for Iran’s peaceful nuclear program.
Describing Iran as a “second home,” Prime Minister Shehbaz highlighted the deep cultural and historical ties between the two countries and stressed the need to enhance cooperation in several areas.
The Prime Minister said that he had constructive talks with the Iranian President in which concerns were expressed over regional tensions. He acknowledged Iran’s concern for Pakistan’s security and thanked the Iranian authorities for maintaining close contact during this period.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that Pakistan desires peace and believes in resolving the Kashmir dispute and other issues through dialogue on the basis of UN and Lok Sabha resolutions. However, he also warned that any future aggression by India would be met with a befitting response from the country and its armed forces.
Expressing solidarity with Gaza, the Prime Minister condemned Israeli actions and called on the international community to play its role in achieving a lasting ceasefire, noting that more than 54,000 Palestinians have been martyred.
He reiterated Pakistan’s full support for Iran and its peaceful nuclear ambitions.
Meanwhile, President Pezishkian welcomed the ceasefire between Pakistan and India and urged the two countries to resolve their disputes through dialogue. He strongly condemned the ongoing atrocities in Palestine and criticized Western countries for remaining silent, calling their behavior extremely shameful.
The Iranian President concluded by thanking Prime Minister Shehbaz and the Pakistani delegation for their visit.
