RAWALPINDI (Kashmir English): Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir has concluded a short but highly productive official visit to Iran, the military’s media wing said on Saturday, adding that the engagements contributed meaningfully towards the mediation process.
In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations said, the “Field Marshal held high-level engagements with Iranian leadership as part of ongoing mediation efforts aimed at promoting de-escalation and constructive engagement, amidst the regional tensions that have simmered after the ceasefire on 8th April, 2026.D
During the meeting, the army chief called on Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, and the Interior Minister of Iran, Eskandar Momeni.
“The discussions remained focused upon expediting the consultative process underway to support peace and stability in the region and to reach a conclusive agreement,” the ISPR stated.
The military’s statement added that the engagements were held in a “positive and constructive environment” and contributed meaningfully towards the mediation process.
“The intensive negotiations over the last twenty-four hours have resulted in encouraging progress towards a final understanding.”
The Iranian leadership appreciated Pakistan’s sincere and constructive role in facilitating dialogue and promoting the peaceful settlement of regional issues.
