TEHRAN – Iranian President Masudo Pezeshkian praised Tehran’s preparation to mediate between Pakistan and India to help establish lasting peace between two nuclear-armed neighbors.
President Pezeshkian made an offer in a call with Pakistan Prime Minister Shebaz Sharif on Saturday, emphasizing that Iran’s foreign policy remains rooted in dialogue, de-escalation, and in particular peaceful resolution of conflict.
“The Islamic Republic of Iran welcomes initiatives that contribute to sustainable peace between Pakistan and India,” Pezeshkian said. “We are ready to play a constructive mediation role in supporting local stability.”
The Iranian president also used the opportunity to extend his warm greetings to Sharif and the Pakistani people during the Islamic East Feast of Sacrifice, Eid Al-Ada. He emphasized the importance of fostering unity among Muslim countries and strengthening Brotherhood ties during an era of growing geopolitical tensions.
In response to the expanded invitation by the Pakistan Prime Minister, Pezeshkian confirmed that he had directed the regime to prepare the basis for a future official visit to Islamabad, with the aim of strengthening bilateral cooperation. He emphasized the importance of moving forward with Tehran and Islamabad relations across the political, economic and security spheres.
In return, Prime Minister Sharif gave Eid’s greeting to the Eid state and the Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seiyed Ali Khamenei. Recalling his recent visit to Tehran, Sharif described his meetings with Iranian officials in the areas of “productive” and in particular in the areas of defense, economic partnerships and border security.
Sharif also reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to implementing the agreement signed during Iran’s visit, suggesting that Iranian delegations visit Islamabad prior to the expected trip to Pezeshkian.
Pakistani leaders praised Iran’s balanced principled stance on the Pakistan-India conflict over the years and welcomed Tehran’s offer to mediate. “Pakistan remains open to dialogue with India and appreciates Iran’s willingness to support efforts for a peaceful solution,” he said.
Tensions between Islamabad and New Delhi have escalated sharply in recent months. In May, the two rivals engaged in the most fierce military conflicts of many years, including cross-border air strikes, missile exchanges and drone attacks. The four-day flare-up ended with a fragile ceasefire, but the underlying conflict remains unresolved.