Islamabad, June 23, 2025 – Members of Pakistan’s National Assembly have voiced staunch support for Iran and its Supreme Leader amid growing tensions with the U.S. and Israel. In a unified declaration during a parliamentary session, MPs described recent military strikes on Iran as “illegal aggression” and pledged unwavering solidarity with Tehran.
Supporters of Iran highlighted the historical and religious ties that bind the two nations, emphasizing this stance as a continuation of Pakistan’s longstanding foreign policy. MPs referenced Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei’s urging of Muslim unity and condemned what they called “Zionist aggression,” calling on Western powers to respect Iran’s sovereignty and urging dialogue over confrontation.
In statements following the session, lawmakers invoked recent remarks from Pakistan’s Prime Minister, who condemned U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities and reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Iran’s right to defend itself. They also pledged to use Pakistan’s incoming seat on the U.N. Security Council to advocate for Iranian positions and to promote Islamic unity.
While the move underscores deep Tehran-Islamabad ties, it also reflects Pakistan’s delicate balancing act in a fraught regional landscape. The parliamentary solidarity comes as Iran faces sustained pressures from U.S.-led Western military actions and ongoing Israeli operations targeting Iranian sites.
Critics, however, caution that Islamabad’s vocal stance risks alienating the West and further entangling Pakistan in broader geopolitical rivalries. Proponents argue it serves as a principled stand defending regional autonomy and Muslim unity.
As global powers urge de-escalation in the Middle East, Pakistan’s national legislature has amplified its voice—reinforcing diplomatic alignment with Tehran while challenging unilateral Western military actions. The session concluded with an affirmation: Pakistan stands with Iran “in defense of justice and sovereignty.”
