Field Marshal Asim Munir departs for Iran on official visit

Field Marshal Asim Munir will discuss key regional and security issues.

Field Marshal
Field Marshal

ISLAMABAD:  Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir departed for an official visit to the Iran on Friday, security sources said.

According to security officials, during the visit Field Marshal Asim Munir will discuss key regional and security issues, including Iran–US dialogue, and broader efforts to promote peace and stability in the region.

Sources said the army chief is also expected to meet senior Iranian leadership during the visit and hold detailed consultations on matters of mutual interest.

Security sources added that the discussions will focus on regional security dynamics and ongoing diplomatic developments involving Iran and the United States.

Earlier, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who is currently on an official visit to Iran, met Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to discuss regional tensions and efforts to reduce escalation.

During the meeting, both sides held detailed discussions on issues related to reducing tensions in the region and the possible end of conflict involving the United States and Iran.

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News agencies reported that the two officials also reviewed draft proposals aimed at supporting a potential framework for ending hostilities and promoting stability.

Iranian state media said the discussions also focused on possible mechanisms for achieving peace and improving diplomatic engagement in the region.

Diplomatic sources said Naqvi is expected to remain in Tehran for further engagements, with meetings on Iran–U.S. diplomatic developments continuing during his stay.