(Pakistan Strongly Reacts Over Reports Of Sharing Iran Nuclear Secrets With US)
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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Wednesday firmly rejected reports alleging that it shared information related to Iran’s nuclear programme with the United States, describing the claims as baseless, misleading and contrary to facts.
The Foreign Office said Pakistan had not provided any intelligence, assessments or sensitive information regarding Iran’s nuclear activities to US authorities and dismissed media reports suggesting otherwise.
In an official statement, Foreign Office spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan said reports claiming Pakistan shared information about Iran’s nuclear programme with Washington were entirely unfounded and did not reflect the reality of diplomatic engagements between the two countries.
The clarification came amid regional discussions surrounding Iran’s nuclear programme and speculation linked to recent high-level contacts between Pakistani and American officials.
The Foreign Office also rejected claims associated with the May 29 meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
According to the statement, assertions that discussions during the meeting involved Pakistan sharing information on Iran’s nuclear activities were inaccurate and lacked factual basis.
The spokesperson emphasized that Pakistan’s foreign policy remains guided by principled positions, regional stability, mutual respect and constructive engagement with all countries.
Officials stressed that Islamabad maintains independent diplomatic relations with both Tehran and Washington and does not support narratives that seek to portray Pakistan as a party to intelligence-sharing arrangements concerning Iran’s strategic programmes.
The statement comes at a time when Iran’s nuclear issue remains a major subject of international diplomacy, particularly following renewed discussions between Tehran and Western governments regarding sanctions, uranium enrichment levels and regional security concerns.
Iran’s nuclear programme has been under international scrutiny for more than two decades, with the country currently enriching uranium at levels significantly higher than those permitted under the 2015 nuclear agreement, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
International monitoring reports have indicated that Iran possesses several hundred kilograms of uranium enriched up to 60 percent purity, a level far above the 3.67 percent cap established under the agreement, although still below weapons-grade enrichment levels of around 90 percent.
Pakistan, however, has consistently maintained that disputes surrounding Iran’s nuclear activities should be resolved through dialogue, diplomacy and adherence to international legal frameworks.
Analysts note that Islamabad has historically sought to balance its relations with Iran, the United States and Gulf countries while avoiding involvement in regional rivalries that could affect security or economic interests.
Pakistan shares a border of approximately 900 kilometres with Iran and maintains cooperation with Tehran in areas including border security, trade, energy connectivity and counter-smuggling operations.
Bilateral trade between Pakistan and Iran has shown gradual growth in recent years, with both governments expressing ambitions to increase annual trade volumes beyond $10 billion through improved border markets, transportation links and energy cooperation initiatives.
The Foreign Office statement also reflects Pakistan’s broader effort to counter misinformation surrounding diplomatic engagements at a time when geopolitical tensions across the Middle East continue to influence regional narratives.
Diplomatic observers believe the clarification was intended to prevent misunderstandings regarding Pakistan’s position and reassure regional partners that Islamabad remains committed to a balanced and independent foreign policy approach.
The development comes as several countries continue diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing tensions related to Iran’s nuclear activities and broader security concerns in the Middle East.
For Pakistan, maintaining stable relations with neighbouring Iran while preserving strategic ties with the United States remains an important element of its foreign policy framework.
With regional diplomatic activity expected to continue in the coming months, officials are likely to remain focused on preventing misinterpretations of high-level engagements and reinforcing Pakistan’s stated commitment to regional stability, dialogue and mutual respect among states.