ISLAMABAD: In response to what Pakistan deems an “unprovoked violation” of its airspace by Iran, the Pakistani government has taken decisive action by expelling the Iranian ambassador and announcing the recall of its own envoy from Tehran. The announcement was made by Pakistan’s Foreign Office spokesperson, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, during a press briefing in Islamabad.
Baloch stated that Pakistan, in light of the “unprovoked violation of its airspace” by Tehran, has opted to recall its ambassador from Iran. Additionally, the Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, currently in Iran, will not be returning for the time being.
Describing the incident as an “unprovoked and blatant” violation of Pakistan’s sovereignty, Baloch emphasized that it was in clear contravention of international law and the principles outlined in the Charter of the United Nations. Pakistan asserted its right to retaliate and conveyed that Iran would bear responsibility for any consequences resulting from the breach.
Expressing strong disapproval, Baloch declared, “This illegal act is completely unacceptable and has no justification whatsoever. Pakistan reserves the right to respond to this illegal act. The responsibility for the consequences will lie squarely with Iran.”
In addition to recalling ambassadors, Pakistan has decided to suspend all high-level visits between the two countries, both ongoing and planned in the coming days. Baloch confirmed that Pakistan had conveyed this message to the Iranian government, underscoring the gravity of the situation.
