WEBDESK: PM Shehbaz Sharif reached out to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday to offer his deep condolences after the tragic explosion at Shahid Rajaei Port in Bandar Abbas, Iran. The deadly blast resulted in the loss of several lives and left many others injured.
During the phone call, PM Shehbaz Sharif conveyed heartfelt sympathies on behalf of the people and government of Pakistan. He expressed sorrow over the loss of lives and wished a speedy recovery for those injured.
He also prayed for the swift recovery of the injured and assured President Pezeshkian that Pakistan stands firmly with the brotherly nation of Iran during this difficult time, offering all possible assistance.
The two leaders also discussed important regional matters. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shared Pakistan’s perspective on India’s provocative actions following the Pahalgam incident, reaffirming Pakistan’s desire for peace in the region. He welcomed any positive role Iran might wish to play in promoting regional stability.
The prime minister categorically rejected any Pakistani involvement in the Pahalgam attack, reiterating that Pakistan condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.
He said that Pakistan, itself a major victim of terrorism over the past two decades, is open to a neutral investigation into the incident to establish the facts.
Additionally, PM Shehbaz Sharif criticized India’s recent moves concerning the Indus Waters Treaty, stating that water should not be used as a weapon. He also reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong support for the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing their right to self-determination according to United Nations resolutions.
President Pezeshkian thanked PM Shehbaz Sharif for his message of solidarity and praised Pakistan’s efforts for regional peace. The Iranian president also invited PM Shehbaz Sharif to visit Tehran. PM Shehbaz Sharif accepted the invitation warmly and also reiterated his invitation for the Iranian president to visit Pakistan.
