Pakistan’s Shehbaz Shair, Asim Munir return after Iran diplomacy push as Hormuz tensions cloud peace talks

Pakistan’s top civilian and military leadership wrapped up parallel diplomatic efforts on Saturday, as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Asim Munir concluded separate visits focused on easing the ongoing Iran conflict and advancing negotiations. Munir departed Tehran after a three-day engagement with Iran’s senior leadership, where, according to a Pakistani military statement, he met key figures including the president, foreign minister, parliament speaker and the head of Iran’s military central command. The statement emphasised Pakistan’s “unwavering resolve to facilitate a negotiated settlement… and to promote peace, stability, and prosperity,” underscoring Islamabad’s intent to keep diplomatic channels active ahead…