Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Tehran on Tuesday for an important visit. During his visit, he is expected to meet Iranian officials. The talks will focus on reducing tensions between the United States and Iran.
They are also expected to cover the possible restart of talks and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian media reported that Naqvi arrived in Tehran as efforts continue to reduce tensions between the US and Iran. Pakistan is also working to support diplomatic contact between the two sides.
Peace and stability in the region
Naqvi is expected to discuss peace and stability in the region. The end of the ongoing conflict and the situation around the Strait of Hormuz will also be discussed.
The visit is part of diplomatic efforts to restore contact and talks between the US and Iran, as per reports.
Pakistan has continued to call for dialogue to reduce tensions. The meetings in Tehran may also discuss a possible ceasefire and the return of negotiations.
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said today that the US and Iran could reach some form of agreement over the Strait of Hormuz.
His statement came after Naqvi arrived in Tehran. It suggests that Pakistan sees some hope for progress between the two sides. However, no final agreement has been announced yet.
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Iran Oman talks
Talks between Iran and Oman are also taking place over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Reuters reported that Iran and Oman have agreed on the geographical points of a proposed route for ships passing through the strait. However, the development does not yet amount to a full security agreement.
Iran has previously said that the Strait of Hormuz can only be fully reopened if the US meets its conditions. These include easing sanctions, restoring Iranian assets and providing compensation for war-related losses.