Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has concluded a short but significant official visit to Iran, during which he held high-level meetings with the Iranian leadership aimed at advancing regional peace and ongoing mediation efforts, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Saturday.

According to the military’s media wing, Field Marshal Munir met Iranian President Dr Masoud Pezeshkian, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni.

The meetings focused on regional peace and stability, post-ceasefire developments, de-escalation efforts and ways to accelerate the ongoing negotiation and mediation process.

The ISPR said the discussions centred on achieving lasting peace in the region and intensifying consultations to help all parties reach a final and mutually acceptable understanding.

Both sides agreed that diplomacy, dialogue and sustained engagement remained the most effective means of resolving current tensions and disputes.

According to the statement, encouraging progress was achieved during critical negotiations held over the past 24 hours, with positive movement reported towards a final settlement.

The ISPR added that all meetings were held in a cordial and constructive atmosphere and played an important role in advancing the ongoing mediation process.

The Iranian leadership appreciated Pakistan’s sincere and positive role in promoting regional peace and resolving disputes through dialogue, the statement said.

Iranian officials acknowledged that Pakistan had consistently supported efforts aimed at reducing tensions and encouraging negotiated solutions to regional conflicts.

Field Marshal Munir was warmly received upon arrival in Tehran by Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni along with senior civilian and military officials.