Asim Munir

Pakistan has requested a $10 billion currency backstop from the United States, negotiated with Iranian mediation and involving army chief Asim Munir. The US is preparing to ban Chinese optical transceivers.

General Aamer Raza met with Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Asim Munir in Rawalpindi after being appointed Commander of the National Strategic Command (CNSC). The CNSC role was established via the 27th Constitutional Amendment, restructuring military command to shift nuclear management responsibilities from the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), a position abolished.

The US halted airstrikes on Iran after 13 nights, with Pakistan and Turkey facilitating diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions. Iran also ceased retaliatory attacks, and US officials cited diplomacy as a reason for the pause, though media reported internal opposition and ammunition shortages as factors.

Security forces in Pakistan's Balochistan have killed 16 terrorists during Operation Al-Azm, per state media. The operation targets groups linked to 'Fitna al-Hindustan,' a term used to allege India's involvement in regional terrorism. The government reaffirmed commitments to combat terrorism amid rising attacks and kidnappings in the province.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urges Afghanistan to prevent its territory from being used for attacks against Pakistan, criticizing the interim Afghan government's inaction. He announced infrastructure projects in Balochistan, including a dual carriageway and solar-powered agricultural projects, and inaugurated the Sky47 AI Cloud facility.

The MT Honour 25, a Palau-flagged oil tanker, was hijacked by Somali pirates in April 2026, leaving 17-19 crew members, including 10 Pakistanis, in critical condition due to lack of food, water, and medical supplies. The crew's company has provided no assistance, and negotiations for a $3 million ransom remain stalled.

Lieutenant General Aamer Raza, chief of general staff of the Pakistan Army, was promoted to four-star general and appointed Commander National Strategic Command (CNSC) by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The CNSC role was established under the 27th Constitutional Amendment, which restructured military command and transferred nuclear management responsibilities from the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee. Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff, was appointed as the first Chief of Defence Forces under the same amendment.

After Iran launched a missile at Saudi Arabia, Pakistan army chief Asim Munir warned IRGC head Ahmad Vahidi that the action jeopardized their joint oil transportation company. The venture transports oil from Iran to Pakistan, and the warning aimed to shield Saudi Arabia from further conflict.

Iran and the United States continue attacks in their 10th day of renewed fighting, with Pakistan attempting to mediate. The Strait of Hormuz remains largely blocked, and Iran-backed Houthi rebels have escalated tensions in the Red Sea, threatening global oil supplies.

An Iranian official met mediators in Pakistan as Iran and the U.S. continued a 10th day of attacks, with Iran targeting a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S. conducting airstrikes. The collapsed interim deal has stalled shipping through the strait, and both sides have attacked civilian infrastructure, pushing oil prices higher.

The government will fix fuel prices daily due to fluctuations in international markets caused by renewed US-Iran hostilities in the Persian Gulf. Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik stated that Ogra will determine prices based on a seven-day international market average and publish factors influencing them, aiming to increase transparency.

Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munir met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and armed forces chief Selcuk Bayraktaroglu in Ankara. The visit, part of a two-day official trip, focused on strengthening defense and military cooperation between Pakistan and Turkey, with discussions on regional security and bilateral collaboration.

Security forces killed three more terrorists in Balochistan's ongoing Operation Shaban, raising the total to 67 since the operation began. The operation, involving the Pakistan Army, Frontier Corps, and Balochistan Police, follows a July 7 attack at Mangi Dam that killed 27 police personnel. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and military leaders emphasized a unified effort to end terrorism during a meeting in Quetta.

Balochistan is experiencing a surge in violence with multiple armed groups, including the Balochistan Liberation Army and TTP, conducting attacks. Pakistan's civil and military leadership has pledged to eliminate terrorism, while local elders in Hanna Urak negotiated the release of hostages from an armed group claiming TTP affiliation. The security situation remains unstable despite government claims of progress.

Nine more terrorists were killed in Balochistan's ongoing Operation Shaban, raising the total eliminated since July 5 to 88. Security forces, including the Pakistan Army and police, continue coordinated operations against terrorist hideouts in response to an attack that killed 27 police personnel.

Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti reported 75 militants killed since July 5 through intelligence-based operations, including 39 in Operation Shaban. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and military officials emphasized a unified effort to combat terrorism after recent attacks in the province.

Pakistan is mediating between Libya’s rival eastern and western power centers, supported by the US and Saudi Arabia. The effort follows Pakistan’s previous mediation between the US and Iran and involves defense ties with Libya’s eastern-based LNA, including potential arms sales despite a UN embargo. Qatar and Turkey, key supporters of Libya’s western GNU, encouraged Pakistan’s involvement.

Iran has begun six-day state funeral ceremonies for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed four months after the US-Israel war on Iran started. Millions are expected to attend in Tehran, with global dignitaries including Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir, while attention focuses on new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s potential public appearance.

A state funeral for Iran's assassinated supreme leader Ali Khamenei was held in Tehran with international participation, including leaders from Pakistan. The funeral procession will travel through religious and political sites in Iran, occurring amid a ceasefire between Iran and the US following the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit Iran and Turkiye to mediate peace efforts amid recent US-Iran strikes near the Strait of Hormuz. The visits follow a Pakistan-brokered interim peace deal and ongoing regional security proposals, including a 'regional security structure' suggested by Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian.

Asim Munir is pushing for US-Iran peace, with Islamabad elites hoping an agreement could unlock financial support for Pakistan.

Pakistan's role in brokering a peace deal in the Iran war has earned diplomatic acclaim, potentially leading to economic benefits. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir attended Iran-U.S. talks in Buergenstock, Switzerland, as part of Pakistan's months-long diplomatic efforts. Analysts remain skeptical about whether these gains can address Pakistan's economic challenges.

High-level delegations from the United States, Iran, Qatar, and Pakistan met in Switzerland to discuss the Islamabad Memorandum. Key moments included US Vice President JD Vance's remarks about Pakistan and Field Marshal Asim Munir, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi avoiding interaction with US counterparts, and PM Shehbaz Sharif showcasing multilingual skills.

U.S. Vice President JD Vance met with Iranian officials in Switzerland to advance peace talks, focusing on nuclear program negotiations and regional conflicts. Mediators from Pakistan and Qatar were present, while ongoing tensions in Lebanon and Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz pose challenges to the agreement.

U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Iranian officials arrived in Switzerland to negotiate details of an interim deal addressing Iran’s nuclear program and ending regional conflicts. Talks face challenges due to escalating fighting in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah, and Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil transit route.

U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Iranian officials met in Switzerland to negotiate details of an interim deal addressing Iran’s nuclear program and conflicts in the region. Talks face challenges due to escalating violence in Lebanon and Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran insists on a ceasefire and maintains its right to uranium enrichment.

US Vice President JD Vance, Iranian officials, and Pakistani leaders are convening in Switzerland for negotiations on implementing a US-Iran memorandum of understanding, focusing on Iran's nuclear program, sanctions, and regional security. Discussions also aim to strengthen the Lebanon ceasefire, with delegations from all three countries present.

US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland to initiate negotiations with Iran over curbing its nuclear program and finalizing an interim war-ending deal. The talks, complicated by recent clashes in Lebanon and Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, involve US and Iranian officials alongside mediators from Pakistan and Qatar.

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir will travel to Burgenstock, Switzerland, on 21 June for technical-level talks on implementing the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Iran. The discussions aim to address commitments under the agreement and outline next steps in the diplomatic process.

An Iranian delegation led by parliamentary speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has arrived in Switzerland for technical talks. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Asim Munir are also en route to join the discussions between the US and Iran.

U.S. President Donald Trump acknowledged Pakistan's assistance in a U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding (MoU). He praised Pakistan's leadership, including Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, for facilitating the deal and mediating a nuclear conflict between Pakistan and India in 2025.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that Pakistan's name is gaining global respect following the US-Iran agreement mediated by Pakistan. He highlighted the role of Field Marshal Asim Munir, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi in achieving peace between the US and Iran.

The US and Iran agreed on a framework to end their three-month conflict, with Pakistan serving as a key mediator. Pakistani politicians, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari, praised the deal and highlighted Pakistan's diplomatic role in facilitating peace.

A Pakistani Air Force aircraft crashed during a training flight near Mardan, killing both pilots. The military has ordered an inquiry into the incident, and officials including the president, prime minister, and army chief expressed condolences. The crash follows a recent military helicopter accident in Pakistan-administered Kashmir that killed 22 soldiers.

President Trump threatened to attack Iran but reversed his decision after calls from Gulf and South Asian leaders, including Qatar's Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Pakistan's defense chief Asim Munir. Iran stated it had not finalized an agreement and maintained its red lines, while U.S. officials suggested a deal might focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz rather than immediate nuclear negotiations.

The heads of Pakistan's and Lebanon's armed forces agreed to boost cooperation during a meeting in Pakistan. Pakistan is mediating between the United States and Iran to end the Middle East conflict, with Iran insisting Lebanon be included in any deal due to Hezbollah's involvement in the region.

Pakistan’s interior minister visited Tehran to deliver a message to Iran’s Supreme Leader from Pakistan’s army chief amid U.S. military action against Iranian drones over Hormuz. Continued U.S.-Iran tensions and fighting between Israel and Hezbollah threaten efforts to end the Middle East war and stabilize the Strait of Hormuz.

Pakistan’s interior minister visited Tehran to facilitate U.S.-Iran negotiations as the U.S. military downed two Iranian drones over the Strait of Hormuz. Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon continued, undermining efforts to end regional conflicts and secure maritime traffic.

Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi delivered a message from Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir to Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, aiming to address the stalled US-Iran negotiations. The visit seeks to prevent the collapse of a ceasefire and revive diplomatic efforts amid ongoing tensions over Iran's nuclear program and regional security.

Pakistani minister Mohsin Naqvi delivered a message from Pakistan's army chief and prime minister to Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei during a visit to Tehran. Discussions with Iranian interior minister Eskandar Momeni focused on border security, counterterrorism, drug trafficking, and boosting bilateral economic exchanges to $10 billion. Iran thanked Pakistan for its role in reducing US-Iran tensions, and Naqvi is set to meet Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi.