WANA (Apr 16) – During a meeting with the commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, the Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan presented a report on the measures taken to help bring the war to an end, as well as on the progress of his negotiations in Tehran, emphasizing the continuation of these efforts.

 

Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, met with Major General Abdollahi, Commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters, during his visit to Iran on April 16.

 

At the meeting, Major General Abdollahi expressed appreciation for the supportive stance of the Pakistani government and people toward Iran during the second and third imposed wars. He described the enemy’s initial aggression as the result of a miscalculation regarding the Iranian people, particularly the defensive capabilities of the armed forces.

 

He also highlighted the widespread public presence and support for the armed forces, stating that all equipment used in the war was domestically produced and the result of efforts by Iranian youth.

 

According to him, there is now no doubt that in the event of any hostile action by the enemy, the armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran are fully prepared for comprehensive defense.

 

Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, arrived in Tehran on Wednesday afternoon (April 15) at the head of a high-level political-security delegation to hold talks with officials of the Islamic Republic of Iran as part of Islamabad’s mediation efforts regarding the negotiation process and ending the war.

General Asim Munir Arrives in Tehran on Apr 15, 2026. Social media/ WANA News Agency

General Asim Munir Arrives in Tehran on Apr 15, 2026. Social media/ WANA News Agency

The delegation, which also includes Pakistan’s Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi, was welcomed upon arrival by Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi. Formal talks between the two sides began a few hours later.

 

According to reports, Munir’s visit to Tehran is part of Pakistan’s ongoing role in conveying messages and advancing negotiations between Iran and the United States. Its main objective is described as encouraging all parties to continue dialogue and paving the way for a new round of negotiations.

 

During the visit, in addition to meeting with the foreign minister, the Pakistani army chief also held talks with Iranian military officials, including the commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, presenting a report on measures taken to reduce tensions and Islamabad’s diplomatic efforts.

Pakistan’s Army Chief Meets Iranian Parliament Speaker in Tehran on April 16, 2026. Social media/ WANA News Agency

Pakistan’s Army Chief Meets Iranian Parliament Speaker in Tehran on April 16, 2026. Social media/ WANA News Agency

In these meetings, the Pakistani side stressed the continuation of its mediation role and the pursuit of negotiations, stating that these efforts will continue until results are achieved. Iranian military officials, while appreciating Pakistan’s role, emphasized that the outbreak of the conflict was due to the enemy’s miscalculations and that Iran’s armed forces, relying on domestic capabilities and public support, remain fully prepared for comprehensive defense.

 

This visit comes at a time when the exchange of messages between Iran and the United States through the Pakistani intermediary is still ongoing, with some sources considering the Tehran meetings decisive in determining the next round of negotiations.