Pakistan’s army chief, Asim Munir, is scheduled to arrive in Tehran on Monday for discussions focused on regional peace and security. Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, confirmed the visit on Sunday, noting that the dialogue aims to address ongoing instability in the area.
The visit occurs as Pakistan continues to act as a mediator in negotiations between Iran and the United States, following the outbreak of conflict in February marked by U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. Two Pakistani government sources confirmed the trip, noting that Tehran and Islamabad remain in direct contact. Discussions are expected to cover the Pakistan-Turkey-Saudi Arabia agreement, Houthi-related issues, and the implementation of peace efforts under an existing memorandum of understanding with Islamabad.
A primary focus of the talks will be the recent threats from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the imposition of new, severe sanctions on Iran. These discussions coincide with an expected U.S. announcement on Monday detailing what officials have described as the “toughest sanctions in history.” President Trump has explicitly warned that any nation providing a “lifeline” to the Islamic Republic will face significant economic consequences as he attempts to isolate the country.
The diplomatic mission comes at a critical juncture for Iran, which has threatened a military response to the looming sanctions that could further destabilize its struggling economy. Currently, oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have reached a virtual standstill, with Tehran warning it will strike any unauthorized tankers attempting to navigate the strategic waterway.
Source: Gulf Today
