WANA (Apr 25) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran would not enter negotiations under pressure, threats or a blockade, stressing that progress in diplomacy requires the end of US hostile actions and the rebuilding of confidence.

 

During his fifth phone conversation with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif since recent military tensions involving the United States and the Israeli regime on Saturday, the two sides discussed the latest political and security developments, efforts to stabilize the ceasefire, and ongoing diplomatic initiatives led by Islamabad.

 

President Pezeshkian emphasized the need for a shared understanding among relevant parties to overcome the current situation, saying that establishing common ground and creating the conditions for effective dialogue are prerequisites for resolving ongoing issues.

 

He pointed to recent US measures intensifying operational and maritime restrictions against Iran, saying such actions complicate any effort to rebuild trust or advance diplomacy.

 

According to the Iranian president, sending signals about negotiations while simultaneously increasing pressure undermines the environment necessary for constructive talks.

 

President Pezeshkian said Iran had not initiated war and does not seek to expand insecurity in the region, but added that continued hostile measures and military deployments contradict stated claims about pursuing political solutions.

 

He stressed that negotiations could only lead to tangible results if based on confidence-building measures and mutual respect.

 

The Iranian president also called on Pakistan and other Islamic countries to use their diplomatic influence to encourage a responsible framework for dialogue aimed at regional peace.

 

Prime Minister Sharif, for his part, reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for diplomatic efforts and thanked Tehran for its trust in Islamabad’s mediation role. He said Pakistan would use all available diplomatic channels to help achieve a lasting and dignified outcome and emphasized that regional stability and peace remain the ultimate goal.

 

The prime minister said that Iran cannot be forced into submission through pressure or war, praising the Iranian people’s resilience and calling regime change ideas unrealistic. He said Saudi, Qatari, and Turkish leaders back current peace efforts, hoping diplomacy will end the war, as peace is now the only viable option.

 

Writing on his personal social media account, Prime Minister Sharif detailed the diplomatic exchange: “I had a warm and constructive telephone conversation with my brother, Masoud Pezeshkian, regarding the evolving situation in the region.”

 

The Prime Minister expressed appreciation for Iran’s continued engagement, specifically noting the recent dispatch of a high-level delegation to Islamabad led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

 

“Pakistan, with the support of friends and partners, is committed to acting as a sincere facilitator to achieve lasting peace and enduring stability in the region,” Sharif added.

 

This dialogue comes at a time when Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi traveled to Islamabad on April 24, 2026, to coordinate bilateral issues and regional developments with senior Pakistani leadership.

 

Upon arrival, Araghchi was received by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Army Chief General Asim Munir, and Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam.

 

During his visit to Pakistan, he met with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir.