ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Pakistan and Iran have denounced Israel’s unrestrained military aggression in the Middle East, its genocidal acts against innocent civilians and its unlawful measures in occupied territories.
Speaking at the news conference along with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi in Islamabad on Tuesday, Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar stated that Israeli acts are in violation of global law and the UN Charter and contribute to the root cause of all tensions in the region.
The Deputy PM also reiterated Islamabad’s call for establishing a viable, independent and contiguous State of Palestine on the ground of Pre-1967 borders with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital city.
Ishaq Dar stated that they reject the propensity by occupying powers to equate the right to self-determination with terrorism, which, he added, is nothing, but a ploy to prolong their occupation and apartheid policies.
Ishaq Dar said that the longstanding Palestinian and Jammu and Kashmir issues must be resolved through peaceful means by fully respecting the rights and aspirations of the affected people in line with the relevant UN resolutions and the Charter.
Pakistan and Iran Agree to Enhance Cooperation
Ishaq Dar stated that during the talks with Iranian Minister for Foreign Affairs, they discussed means to enhance cooperation across several key areas including energy, trade, and border security. He stated that the two sides have also agreed to intensify collaboration and cooperation on border management and address common challenges.
Deputy Prime Minister /Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 today received the Foreign Minister of Iran Seyed Abbas Araghchi @araghchi and his delegation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The two Ministers noted the longstanding ties between Pakistan and… pic.twitter.com/updjgtcQuS
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) November 5, 2024
The Foreign Minister said they have underscored that terrorism and extremism pose a serious threat to the regional peace and pledged to coordinate joint efforts to eradicate these challenges.
In his statements on the occasion, the Iranian top diplomat lauded Pakistan’s strong and clear position in denouncing the Israeli aggression against Tehran.
The Iranian FM said that his nation does not seek escalation. However, he added that they reserve their right to legitimize defence under the United Nations Charter.
The Iranian FM also reiterated the commitment to further strengthen the brotherly ties with Pakistan in all areas including trade, economy, politics and culture.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 welcomes Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Seyed Abbas Araghchi @araghchi on arrival at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Dar and… pic.twitter.com/qx5BSEK1Pl
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) November 5, 2024
Earlier, Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi arrived in Islamabad late Monday night on a two-day official trip to hold talks with Pakistan’s leadership on the current situation in the Middle East and bilateral ties.
At the airport, the Minister was welcomed by Additional Foreign Secretary (Afghanistan and West Asia) Ambassador Ahmed Naseem Warraich, a Foreign Office press release said.
Foreign Minister of Iran Seyed Abbas Araghchi @Araghchi has arrived in Islamabad. He was welcomed at the airport by Additional Foreign Secretary (Afghanistan & West Asia) Ambassador Ahmed Naseem Warraich.
During his visit, Foreign Minister Araghchi will hold talks with the… pic.twitter.com/bea3fKe0IP
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) November 4, 2024
During his trip, the Araghchi will hold talks with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar.
This trip provides significant opportunity to advance cooperation and talks between Islamabad and Tehran on a wide range of areas including security, trade and energy.
Earlier, the Foreign Office of Pakistan spokesperson said in a statement, “Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi arrives in Pakistan today on a two-day official visit,”.
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It added that during his visit, he will hold meetings with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi @araghchi arrives in Pakistan today on a 2-day official visit. He will hold meetings with PM @CMShehbaz & DPM/FM @MIshaqDar50. The two sides will discuss the situation in the Middle East and Pakistan-Iran bilateral relations.
— Mumtaz Baloch (@Mumtazzb) November 4, 2024
Foreign Minister Araghchi will hold consultations on the situation in the Middle East and Pakistan-Iran bilateral relations, the statement added.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi arrives in Pakistan today on a two-day official visit. During his visit, he will hold meetings with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar.
Foreign Minister…— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) November 4, 2024
