Eskandar Momeni
Coverage of Eskandar Momeni in the Nexus archive.
- Another bid to mend US-Iran fences ‘with China’s blessing’
Pakistan is exploring a path to resume stalled US-Iran talks with China's support, as US missile strikes on Iran continue and tensions escalate over Red Sea and Hormuz Strait disruptions. China and Qatar advocate for dialogue to restore regional stability, while US President Donald Trump threatens Iran and warns against Chinese and Russian involvement.
- Pakistan, Iran explore path towards new talks with US in a China-initiated push, sources say
Pakistan is exploring a path to resume stalled U.S.-Iran talks with Iran, following a China-initiated push. Discussions occurred during Iran's Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni's second visit to Islamabad in 10 days.
- US military completes 11th night of strikes on Iran as attacks overshadow diplomacy
The U.S. military conducted its 11th night of strikes on Iran, targeting aircraft hangars and drone storage sites as diplomatic efforts to revive a collapsed ceasefire stalled. Iran attacked a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz and launched strikes against U.S. allies Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait, while President Donald Trump indicated a lack of interest in negotiations and signaled intensified military action.
- Iran launches missiles at Jordan
Iran launched missiles at Jordan, with four intercepted by Jordan's military and two falling in uninhabited areas. The U.S. military conducted its 11th night of strikes on Iran, targeting aircraft hangars and drone sites, while Iran attacked a tanker in the strait and launched strikes against Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait. Diplomatic efforts in Pakistan to revive a ceasefire failed, and tensions escalated over control of the Strait of Hormuz.
- Pakistan ready to extend cooperation with Iran in all fields, Naqvi tells Iranian counterpart
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi stated readiness to expand cooperation with Iran in all fields during talks with Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni. The ministers discussed enhancing collaboration in counter-terrorism, counter-narcotics, and regional security, while addressing drug smuggling and human trafficking. Momeni also met Pakistan's military and political leaders to discuss bilateral security and peace efforts.
- Iran and US persist in their attacks, as Pakistan tries to keep diplomacy alive
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.
- Pakistan PM urges all sides to ‘exercise restraint’ during talks with Iranian minister
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni and urged all parties to exercise restraint amid escalating regional tensions in the US war on Iran. He emphasized Pakistan's role as a mediator between the US and Iran.
- Iran and US persist in their attacks, as Pakistan tries to keep diplomacy alive
Iran and the U.S. continue attacks in a 10th day of renewed fighting, with Pakistan mediating efforts to salvage a collapsed interim deal. The conflict has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, targeted civilian infrastructure, and pushed oil prices above $90 a barrel. Iran-backed Houthi rebels also declared a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia.
- Iran and US persist in their attacks, as Pakistan tries to keep diplomacy alive
Iran and the United States continue attacks in a 10th day of renewed fighting, with Pakistan attempting to mediate. Diplomatic efforts led by Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni in Pakistan aim to salvage a collapsed interim deal, but progress remains unclear. Attacks on civilian infrastructure in the Strait of Hormuz have disrupted shipping and driven up oil prices.
- Iranian interior minister meets PM Shehbaz in Islamabad
Iran’s interior minister, Eskandar Momeni, met with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to revive a collapsed US-Iran ceasefire. The visit coincides with renewed hostilities between the US and Iran, including strikes and blockades, as well as new conflicts involving Yemen’s Houthi rebels and Saudi Arabia.
- Iranian official meets mediators in Pakistan as Iran and US keep up a 10th day of attacks
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.
- Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni arrives in Pakistan
Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni arrived in Pakistan for an official visit, meeting Pakistani officials including Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and military leaders. The visit occurs amid ongoing US-Iran conflict, with Pakistan mediating efforts to revive a collapsed ceasefire and address attacks on the Strait of Hormuz.
- Pakistan will continue its efforts for lasting peace in the Middle East, Naqvi tells Iranian counterpart
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with Iran's Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni to reaffirm Pakistan's commitment to promoting lasting peace in the Middle East. The discussions followed a US-Iran agreement to end regional conflict and focused on expanding cooperation in security, anti-terrorism, and other sectors. Both sides expressed satisfaction with recent de-escalation efforts and praised the joint US-Iran statement.
- Pakistan’s interior minister is in Tehran as the US downs more Iranian drones over Hormuz
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.
- Naqvi takes CDF’s message to Tehran amid stalemate
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 delivers 'important message' to Khamenei during Tehran visit
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.
- PM Shehbaz holds meeting with Mohsin Naqvi ahead of Tehran visit
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to discuss the latter’s upcoming visit to Tehran and recent engagements at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation conference in Bishkek. The talks included Pakistan-Iran bilateral relations, regional security, and measures to strengthen national security, alongside Naqvi’s unannounced Tehran visit aimed at advancing the Iran-US peace process.