Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has pledged to continue fostering friendly relations with Pakistan following the death of Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash.
"For the Islamic Republic of Iran, relations with Pakistan are very important, and we consider the country a brother. Although our relations have seen ups and downs in recent years, we believe there is a possibility of reviving bilateral ties," Khamenei said, as reported by The Express Tribune. He made these remarks during a conversation in Tehran with Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, who attended the farewell ceremony for Raisi.
The Iranian leader emphasized that the acting head of the republic, Mohammad Mokhber, will continue to develop ties with Pakistan and implement the agreements reached during Raisi's official visit to Islamabad in April. "Friendly relations between brotherly countries are not always easy; obstacles need to be overcome, and the progress of cooperation should be monitored seriously and practically," Khamenei stated.
Prime Minister Sharif expressed Pakistan's unwavering solidarity with the Iranian people over the loss of Raisi and reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the friendship and brotherhood with Iran. He also extended an invitation to Khamenei to visit Islamabad.
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Based on materials from TASS