2 w. ago Pakistan army ensures safe return of over 7,000 stranded citizens from Iran

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Army has successfully helped over 7,000 stranded Pakistanis, including pilgrims and students, safely return from Iran amid rising Iran-Israel tensions. This special operation took place at the Gwadar border and was completed with full coordination and care. During the recent conflict in the region, many Pakistani citizens found themselves stuck in […]

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2 w. ago “Iran will never forget Pakistan’s support,” says Iranian ambassador

The Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Pakistani people and leadership for their unwavering support during Iran’s recent confrontation with Israel. In a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, the ambassador stated that Iran was celebrating a “dignified and decisive victory.” At this historic moment, he […]

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3 w. ago Around 1,800 pilgrims, students return via land routes from Iran

QUETTA: Amid tight security, Pakistani pilgrims, students and business people returning from Iran continued to pour into the provincial metropolis. Officials said that Pakistanis were returning from different cities of Iran, starting from the first batch that reached Taftan via passenger coaches. Over the past three days, around 1,400 Pakistani pilgrims and some 400 students […]

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3 w. ago PIA brings back 121 nationals stranded in Iran amid airspace closure

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has successfully repatriated 121 Pakistani nationals stranded in Iran through a special flight operated from Baku, Azerbaijan. The flight PK-7160 landed in Lahore at 3:40 PM on Friday, marking the conclusion of a carefully coordinated evacuation operation prompted by the closure of Iranian airspace. Due to the suspension of direct air […]

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3 w. ago “Terrifying nights and missile sirens”: Pakistanis recall horror after returning from Iran

ISLAMABAD – As tensions between Iran and Israel escalate, hundreds of Pakistani citizens who were living or traveling in Iran have returned home, sharing harrowing accounts of fear, chaos, and destruction. Mohammad Hassan, a student at the University of Tehran, recently returned to Pakistan and described the terrifying experience. “Those nights were horrifying,” he said. […]

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3 w. ago Dar directs urgent evacuation of Pakistanis stranded in Iran, Iraq

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has ordered the swift evacuation of all Pakistani nationals currently stranded in Iran and Iraq. He chaired a high-level meeting to assess ongoing efforts and instructed officials to accelerate the repatriation process. Dar expressed satisfaction with the steps taken so far but emphasized the need for urgency. […]

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3 w. ago Dar asks PIA to liaise with MoFA for smooth evacuation of Pakistanis from Iran, Iraq

Deputy directs FO in coordination with other departments to expedite repatriation of Pakistanis DPM Dar warns of strict action against hoarding and overpricing of food items ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday instructed Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to coordinate closely with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to ensure smooth and […]

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3 w. ago PIA rescues 107 stranded Pakistanis from Iran amid regional tensions

ISLAMABAD – A special Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight successfully brought home 107 Pakistani nationals stranded in Iran due to regional instability and the closure of Iranian airspace. The special flight PK-9552 landed in Islamabad early Tuesday morning, arriving from Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. The passengers had earlier traveled overland from Iran to Ashgabat after air routes […]

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3 w. ago Over 1,200 Pakistanis repatriated via Taftan border amid regional tensions

A total of 1,200 Pakistani citizens, including pilgrims, traders, and students, have safely returned from Iran through the Taftan border due to the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. On Tuesday alone, 78 more individuals, including 47 students, were repatriated, bringing the total number to 1,200. According to Express News, 987 people were brought back over the past […]

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3 w. ago 350 Pakistani pilgrims and students return from Iran amid regional tensions

Amid rising regional tensions, 350 Pakistani nationals—mostly pilgrims—have returned from Iran via the Taftan border, according to official sources. The group also included 45 students. Authorities confirmed that the returning individuals will now be transported to Quetta as part of coordinated repatriation efforts. This is part of Pakistan’s ongoing initiative to ensure the safe return […]

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3 w. ago Dar, Turkish counterpart discuss ‘potential implications’ of Israeli actions

Both sides express ‘deep concern and anguish over deteriorating regional situation DPM Dar also confirms 450 Pakistani pilgrims evacuated from Iran, more to follow ISLAMABAD: Amid the intense military confrontation between Iran and Israel, the government has confirmed that 450 Pakistani pilgrims have been evacuated from Iran, with more to follow from the neighboring country […]

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4 w. ago PM instructs officials concerned to ensure unharmed return of Pakistani pilgrims in Iran

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has instructed all concerned officials to ensure the unharmed return and protection of Pakistani pilgrims in Iran at the moment. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has highlighted that prompt and efficient measures must be taken to ensure the protection of all Pakistani pilgrims in Iran. Shehbaz Sharif has directed the […]

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4 w. ago Pakistan sets up crisis unit to protect citizens in Iran amid escalating tensions

After Israel’s recent large-scale attacks on Iran, Pakistan has taken urgent steps to protect its citizens, especially pilgrims in Iran. The situation remains tense, and the safety of Pakistani visitors has become a top priority. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar announced the formation of a special Crisis Management Unit at the Ministry […]

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