Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi thanked the government and people of Pakistan for their support.

He acknowledged Pakistan’s full solidarity with Iran against what he described as the aggression of the United States and Israel.

Speaking in Urdu, Araghchi said, “In these blessed, divine and spiritual days and hours, I sincerely thank the government and people of Pakistan for expressing their full solidarity and support for the people and government of the Islamic Republic of Iran.”

ان بابرکت، الٰہی اور روحانی دنوں اور گھڑیوں میں،
میں حکومت اور عوامِ پاکستان کا تہہِ دل سے شکریہ ادا کرتا ہوں کہ انہوں نے امریکہ اور صہیونی رجیم کی جارحیت کے مقابلے میں عوام اور حکومتِ اسلامی جمہوریہ ایران کے ساتھ اپنی یکجہتی اور حمایت کا بھرپور اظہار کیا۔
— Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) March 16, 2026

He emphasized that the Iranian people value Pakistan’s support during challenging times.

Iran’s stand against aggression

The Foreign Minister reaffirmed Iran’s firm position in defending its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

He stated that the country stands steadfast against all acts of aggression, relying completely on Allah Almighty for strength and guidance.

Araghchi highlighted that Iran will continue to protect its independence and national security despite external pressures.

The Iranian official noted Pakistan’s timely and unconditional support, calling it a source of encouragement for the nation during ongoing geopolitical tensions.

He praised the Pakistani government and people for their unwavering solidarity with the Islamic Republic of Iran.