In a strong diplomatic move, Pakistan has publicly condemned the United States for launching air strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, calling the attacks a violation of international law and voicing full support for Tehran’s right to self-defense.
On Sunday, US President Donald Trump stunned the global community by announcing that American forces had bombed key Iranian nuclear sites, including the Fordow enrichment facility, Natanz, and Isfahan. In a brief televised address, Trump claimed the strikes had “completely and totally obliterated” Iran’s nuclear capabilities, warning Tehran of even more aggressive actions if it fails to “make peace.”
Flanked by Vice President JD Vance, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Trump delivered a chilling ultimatum: “If they do not [make peace], future attacks will be far greater, and a lot easier.”
Rising tensions in the Middle East have now drawn global attention, prompting swift reaction from Islamabad. In a statement issued by the Foreign Office, Pakistan called the US attacks a breach of all norms of international law and affirmed Iran’s legitimate right under the UN Charter to defend itself.
“Pakistan condemns US attacks on the nuclear facilities of Iran […] These attacks violate international law, and Iran has the legitimate right to defend itself,” the statement read.
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— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) June 22, 2025
Pakistan Condemns the US Attacks on the Nuclear Facilities of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
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Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi slammed the strikes as “outrageous,” accusing the US of breaching the UN Charter, international law, and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). “Iran reserves all options to defend its sovereignty, interests, and people,” he warned, adding that the consequences of this act would be “everlasting.”
Pakistan also expressed deep concern over the potential fallout of this latest conflict in the Middle East. “We urge all parties to avoid escalation and respect civilian lives and properties,” the FO added. “There is an urgent need to return to dialogue and diplomacy as outlined in the UN Charter. That remains the only viable solution.”
Experts have raised alarms that the rising tensions in the Middle East could lead to long-term instability. Trita Parsi, a foreign policy analyst, warned that the US’s aggressive action might push Iran closer to becoming a nuclear weapons state. “This move could backfire strategically,” Parsi said. “It might bring short-term tactical success, but the long-term consequences could be devastating.”
While Washington insists the attacks were necessary to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions, reports suggest that no conclusive evidence existed indicating Tehran was building a nuclear bomb. Analysts believe Iran's nuclear program has often been used as a bargaining chip and that Tehran had likely anticipated such strikes.
As the situation unfolds, rising tensions in the Middle East continue to dominate global headlines, with world leaders watching closely and urging restraint. Pakistan’s clear stance in support of diplomatic resolution could shape the regional response and future dialogue on peace and stability in the region.
