Islamabad, June 17, 2025: Pakistan’s Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, shared that the country will support Iran in accommodating the arrival of 20,000 Iranian pilgrims currently struck in Saudi Arabia for Hajj.
While addressing the Senate during a policy briefing, Dar stated that Iran had officially asked Pakistan’s cooperation due to the ongoing closure of air travel amid Middle-East conflict. In reply, Pakistan has pledged to provide visa-on-arrival services when the pilgrims will land in Karachi.
Moreover, full arrangements have been put in place to ensure the pilgrims can continue their onward travel without obstacles.
“The airspace is currently closed, and Iran has reached out for assistance. We have assured them that upon their arrival in Karachi, the pilgrims will receive visa-on-arrival facilities, and all logistical arrangements have been made,” said Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
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During the same session, Dar also commented on the broader regional situation.
He affirmed that Pakistan’s military is in a state of full readiness, particularly due to the escalating situation in the Middle East.
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Speaking about Israeli conduct, the minister underscored Pakistan’s clear position, stating, “If there is any mala-fide action from Israel towards Pakistan, we will respond decisively. Let there be no ambiguity on that.”
