{"id":104298,"date":"2026-03-16T15:22:17","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T10:22:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailyausaf.com\/en\/?p=104298"},"modified":"2026-03-16T15:22:17","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T10:22:17","slug":"iran-thanks-pakistan-for-strong-solidarity-amid-us-israel-tensions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyausaf.com\/en\/news\/iran-thanks-pakistan-for-strong-solidarity-amid-us-israel-tensions\/","title":{"rendered":"Iran thanks Pakistan for strong solidarity amid US-Israel tensions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"617\"><strong data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"524\">Iran thanks Pakistan<\/strong> for showing strong solidarity during rising tensions involving the United States and Israel.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"816\">Iran\u2019s Foreign Minister <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Abbas Araghchi<\/span><\/span> expressed appreciation to the government and people of <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Pakistan<\/span><\/span> for supporting Tehran at a difficult time.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"1025\">In a message posted on the social media platform <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">X<\/span><\/span>, Araghchi thanked Pakistan for its clear support for the people and government of <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Iran<\/span><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1196\">He said the Iranian nation values Pakistan\u2019s solidarity while facing aggression from the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">United States<\/span><\/span> and <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Israel<\/span><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1380\">Araghchi also stated that Iran will continue defending its sovereignty and territorial integrity. He added that the country remains determined to stand firm against external threats.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1598\">The current conflict began on <strong data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1433\">February 28, 2026<\/strong>, when the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iranian military facilities. The attacks were carried out after concerns about regional security.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1762\">Iran responded with drone and missile strikes targeting US assets and allied interests in the Gulf region. This quickly increased tensions across the Middle East.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1907\">One of the major concerns has been disruption around the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Strait of Hormuz<\/span><\/span>, a vital shipping route for global oil supplies.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"2244\">Due to the conflict, international markets have also been affected. Oil prices surged, with <strong data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2041\">Brent crude crossing $104 per barrel<\/strong>. Air travel across major Middle Eastern hubs including <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Dubai<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Doha<\/span><\/span>, and <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Abu Dhabi<\/span><\/span> has also faced disruptions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2403\">Global governments and international organisations have warned that continued fighting could affect energy security, aviation routes, and regional stability.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2405\" data-end=\"2581\">Despite the rising tensions, Pakistan has maintained a cautious diplomatic approach. Islamabad has called for restraint and dialogue while avoiding direct military involvement.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2583\" data-end=\"2719\">Officials in Pakistan have highlighted the long-standing historical, cultural, and economic ties between the two neighbouring countries.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2886\">Through diplomatic channels, Pakistan has continued to express support for Iran while urging regional powers to reduce tensions and protect trade routes in the Gulf.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Iran thanks Pakistan for showing strong solidarity during rising tensions involving the United States and Israel. Iran\u2019s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed appreciation to the government and people of Pakistan for supporting Tehran at a difficult time. 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