Iran’s Pezeshkian meets Pakistan’s Naqvi in Tehran as tensions with US rise
Pakistani interior minister's trip to Tehran is his sixth and comes as Islamabad, Doha seek to revive diplomacy with US.
Iran has denounced recent US-Israeli attacks, asserting that trust in the United Nations has diminished as regional governments intensify diplomatic efforts. French officials have welcomed Pakistan's mediation efforts between Iran and the US, while Saudi Arabia has issued an alert in Najran following ongoing Houthi attacks. The UN General Assembly is set to be the focal point for Iran's response to the conflict with the US and Israel.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is expected to present his case at the assembly, amid rising regional tensions. France has backed Pakistan's mediation efforts, urging inclusive negotiations. Additionally, Saudi Arabia has lifted an alert in Najran following the cessation of the threat posed by Houthi drone and missile attacks.
The situation is further complicated by aviation pressure on Iran, with the US threatening sanctions that could impede Iranian airlines' international operations. Qatar is working with Pakistan to potentially facilitate a US-Iran agreement, including a short-term deal. Saudi-led coalition forces have targeted Yemen's Hayfan district in Taiz, while Iranian-backed Houthi forces continue to advance towards the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
An LPG tanker was hit by debris near the Strait, but all crew members were reported safe. Israeli settlers attacked the West Bank town of al-Mazra'a al-Sharqiya, damaging vehicles and homes.
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