In their fifth telephone conversation following the US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran, Pezeshkian and Pakistani Prime Minster Shehbaz Sharif exchanged views on the latest political and field developments, the process of stabilizing the ceasefire in the war against Iran, and diplomatic initiatives pursued in Islamabad.
Pezeshkian explained the existing obstacles facing the diplomatic process, stressing that as long as hostile actions and operational pressures by the United States persist, rebuilding trust and advancing dialogue would face serious difficulties.
He underlined the need for a shared understanding and common language among relevant parties to move beyond current conditions, noting that achieving a common perspective and creating the groundwork for effective dialogue are prerequisites for any progress in resolving ongoing issues.
The Iranian president described recent US actions, including intensified maritime restrictions against Iran, as major impediments to trust-building and diplomacy. He stated that while messages about negotiations are conveyed, the simultaneous escalation of naval blockade and operational pressure undermines the environment needed for mutual trust.
He stressed that Iran did not initiate the war and has never sought to expand insecurity in the region. However, he said continued US hostile measures, including the maritime blockade, contradict Washington’s stated willingness for a political resolution and have increased distrust among the Iranian people and officials.
Iran believes negotiations can yield tangible results only if the other side abandons threats, pressure, and imposition in favor of trust-building and mutual respect, Pezeshkian added, emphasizing that Iran seeks only to secure its legitimate rights within the framework of international law and global regulations.
He reiterated Iran’s openness to any logical, fair, and mutually respectful path and called on Pakistan and other Islamic countries to use their political capacities to guide the United States toward responsible dialogue free from pressure, threats, and imbalanced demands.
For his part, Sharif conveyed his greetings and respect to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution and the Iranian people, and appreciated Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi’s visit to Pakistan and the detailed discussions held in Islamabad. He said Tehran’s messages had been carefully received and thoroughly discussed.
The Pakistani prime minister said Iran’s trust in Pakistan is a source of pride for Islamabad and assured that Pakistan would use all its capacities to help achieve an honorable and lasting outcome. He highlighted widespread solidarity among the Pakistani public with the Iranian people, praising their courage and resilience.
Sharif strongly condemned the US-Israeli attacks against Iran, saying Pakistan’s position had been clear from the outset. He emphasized that Iran would not be forced into submission through pressure or war, that the Iranian people have shown remarkable resilience, and that any notion of regime change in Iran is unrealistic.
He said Pakistan does not seek any arrangement that would undermine Iran’s dignity, but stressed the importance of reaching a political solution that preserves Iran’s standing while ensuring stability and prosperity for the region.