TEHRAN (Daily Point) — Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian suggested on Monday that “third countries” might be behind the escalating terrorism in the border region between Pakistan and Iran.
Speaking at a joint press conference in Islamabad with his Pakistani counterpart, caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani, Amir-Abdollahian stated that terrorists in the shared border areas receive leadership and support from these external entities. Both ministers acknowledged the need to address each other’s concerns regarding terrorism and announced an agreement to deploy liaison officers in Turbat and Zahedan to enhance cooperation.
Jilani revealed that both nations have agreed to collaborate in combating terrorism in their respective regions and emphasized the importance of respecting each other’s sovereignty. The ministers expressed their commitment to expanding security cooperation and working to mend ties, particularly after recent missile strikes heightened tensions between the two countries. They assured the media that there are no territorial disputes or historical conflicts between Iran and Pakistan.
Highlighting the common challenge of terrorism, Jilani stressed the importance of adopting collective and collaborative approaches to confront this menace. He emphasized the foundational principles of cooperation, including respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, and announced a focus on economic development in border areas. The Pakistani foreign minister also acknowledged the deep commitment of both sides to strengthening their fraternal ties.
Amir-Abdollahian expressed optimism about the understanding between the two countries and announced an upcoming visit by Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi to Pakistan. Both ministers underscored the significance of the relationship between Iran and Pakistan for shared prosperity and regional stability. Despite recent tensions, efforts were made to de-escalate the situation, with envoys returning to their posts and diplomatic engagement resuming. The missile strikes, attributed to concerns about militant groups, marked a serious incident in the context of historically rocky relations between the two Muslim nations.
