Tehran, October 16, 2025: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday voiced deep concern over the recent escalation of violence along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, warning that continued clashes between the Taliban and Pakistani forces could destabilize the wider region.
“The recent conflict between these two brotherly, Muslim and neighboring countries has caused deep regret and concern for all nations in the region, including Iran,” Pezeshkian said during a meeting, according to a statement issued by the Iranian presidency.
Highlighting the historical, cultural, and religious bonds among Muslim-majority nations, the Iranian president said, “The nations of this region, especially those with common roots and culture, are bound together by faith, history, and tradition.”
He urged both Pakistan and the Taliban regime in Afghanistan to exercise restraint and seek dialogue, saying the region “needs calm, convergence, and cooperation more than ever.”
The statement comes amid heightened tensions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, where recent clashes have left dozens dead on both sides. Each country has accused the other of violating border agreements and engaging in unprovoked aggression.
Earlier this week, the Taliban said a temporary ceasefire had been declared along the frontier on Wednesday afternoon, though details of the agreement remain unclear.
The United Nations, along with several regional powers — including Russia, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar — has also called for an immediate end to hostilities and urged both sides to resolve their differences through diplomatic means.
