Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, has arrived in Tehran as Islamabad steps up efforts to prevent a fragile US-Iran ceasefire from collapsing.
Munir’s visit comes as Washington prepares to announce details of new sanctions against Iran, adding fresh pressure to already strained diplomatic efforts.
Pakistani officials say the military chief is expected to engage Iranian leaders on de-escalation and ways to preserve the 60-day peace negotiations.
The visit highlights Pakistan’s growing role as a potential bridge between Washington and Tehran, as both sides exchange increasingly hostile rhetoric.
Iran has rejected further US pressure, warning that additional sanctions could undermine diplomatic efforts.
Meanwhile, Washington continues to signal a tougher economic approach toward Tehran.
Islamabad is seeking to keep communication channels open and prevent renewed confrontation from derailing the latest agreement.
Munir’s presence in Tehran underscores the urgency of those efforts, with Pakistan attempting to act as a buffer between the two sides.
Whether the mediation can preserve the ceasefire may depend on whether Washington and Tehran are willing to step back from escalating threats and return to sustained negotiations.
