The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) categorically rejected claims of the closure of the border crossings between Iran and Pakistan.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, officials made it clear that there was no restriction on any border point. This followed media reports that implied Pakistan had shut its border with Iran over tensions concerning Israel.
Earlier, there were reports from Balochistan that five Chaghi, Washuk, Kerch, Panjgur, and Gwadar crossings had been closed down.
Quetta authorities were said to have issued a statement explaining that the closure would be for an indefinite time. But the federal government dismissed such reports, calling them misleading and incorrect.
Authorities emphasized that trade, travel, and security operations were uninterrupted. The Taftan border crossing, which is one of the busiest trade corridors, also was not closed.
They reiterated that no official order had been made to halt border activities at any point of crossing.
Pakistan has a 900-kilometre-long border with Iran, which is crucial for land trade and connectivity. Both nations have recently intensified border management for facilitating easy travel and security issues.
These activities involve improved monitoring and coordinated patrolling for safety and cooperation.
Even as tensions in the region mounted, Pakistan reasserted its determination to ensure peace and normalcy at the border.
MoFA appealed to the media to cross-check information prior to propagating rumors. They assured citizens that Pakistan holds its close relationship with Iran dear and continues to keep bilateral agreements intact.
