Tehran: President Masoud Pezeshkian has once again voiced Iran's support for a durable ceasefire between India and Pakistan, calling for dialogue between regional countries to resolve disputes and promote peace. Speaking at a joint press conference with visiting Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the president emphasized the necessity for increased consultations among regional countries and international partners to achieve peace and stability in West and South Asia.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Pezeshkian highlighted discussions with the Pakistani Prime Minister prior to the press conference, noting that both Iran and Pakistan are committed to implementing previously signed agreements. He stressed the importance of keeping joint borders free from insecurity and the presence of terrorist and criminal groups, underlining their mutual determination to improve border security.

Pezeshkian reiterated that the stability and peace of the Pakistani people are among Iran's highest priorities. Additionally, he mentioned that they reviewed regional and Muslim world issues, including the ongoing Israeli actions in Gaza. Both Iran and Pakistan, as key members of the Organization of the Islamic Countries (OIC) and advocates for Palestine, condemned the crimes and Western support for the Israeli regime.

Prime Minister Sharif described his visit to Tehran as a historic moment, appreciating the deep-rooted ties between Iran and Pakistan and the warm reception by the Iranian government. He praised the high-level bilateral meetings as constructive and expressed interest in enhancing trade and economic cooperation between the two nations.