WANA (Jul 14) – Iran’s President emphasized that the Israeli regime aims to weaken and sow division among Muslims, stressing: “Policymakers and decision-makers in the Islamic world must be aware of this malicious strategy and counter it by deepening unity and solidarity among Muslim nations.”

 

On Monday evening, President Masoud Pezeshkian, in a meeting with Pakistan’s Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi, expressed satisfaction with the positive state of bilateral relations. He underscored the importance of exchanging diplomatic delegations and maintaining constructive consultations to deepen and expand comprehensive cooperation between the Islamic Republic of Iran and Pakistan.

 

Referring to the critical situation in the Islamic world, the President described unity and synergy among Muslim countries as an undeniable necessity. He added: “If Muslim governments and nations appreciate the importance of Islamic unity, they can stand together as a single hand against the Zionist regime, which survives by fomenting division and committing crimes in Islamic societies.”

 

Pezeshkian reiterated that the Zionist regime seeks to weaken and divide Muslims, and said: “Policymakers and decision-makers in the Islamic world must recognize this nefarious strategy and neutralize it by fostering greater cohesion and solidarity among Muslim nations.”

 

The President also expressed gratitude for Pakistan’s sincere support during the recent 12-day imposed war against the Islamic Republic of Iran. He said that Iran and Pakistan have significant potential to expand cooperation, and affirmed Iran’s full readiness to activate these capacities to deepen relations and enhance the effectiveness of bilateral engagement.

 

During the meeting, Pakistan’s Interior Minister conveyed the greetings and respect of his country’s Prime Minister to the President of Iran and congratulated the Iranian people on their victory against Israeli aggression. He said: “We believe that the wise leadership of Ayatollah Khamenei and your own prudence and management played a decisive role in this proud resistance, and this victory is a source of pride for the Islamic Ummah.”

 

Naqvi also recalled Pakistan’s prompt and unequivocal condemnation of the Israeli regime’s aggression, adding: “Pakistan was among the first countries to condemn the Zionist regime’s aggression and to affirm the Islamic Republic of Iran’s legitimate right to self-defense.”

 

The Interior Minister further described relations between the two countries as unique and developing, emphasizing: “Our ambassadors are working seriously to deepen ties and strengthen cooperation in various fields.”

President Masoud Pezeshkian, in a meeting with Pakistan’s Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi - WANA

President Masoud Pezeshkian, in a meeting with Pakistan’s Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi / WANA News Agency