WEBDESK: Pakistan has stressed that the issue of Iran’s nuclear programme should only be resolved through diplomacy and peaceful dialogue, warning that any form of coercion could make the regional situation more complicated.
Speaking at a United Nations meeting on Iran’s nuclear programme, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Munir Akram (actually you wrote Asim Iftikhar, so keeping consistent → Asim Iftikhar), said his country firmly believes that the matter must be addressed through talks, cooperation, and diplomatic engagement. He noted that more time should be given to diplomatic efforts to avoid confrontation.
“As Iran’s close neighbour and a friendly country, Pakistan does not support any step that could destabilise the region further,” he said. He pointed out that the Middle East is already dealing with multiple crises and cannot bear additional tensions.
The envoy made it clear that “diplomacy and pressure cannot go hand in hand,” and urged the international community to prioritise negotiations and a peaceful settlement at this sensitive stage. He stressed that under no circumstances should the path of a peaceful resolution be abandoned.
Iftikhar’s remarks came at a time when international concerns over Iran’s nuclear programme are growing, and the issue is being debated across different global forums.
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