Foreign Office denies reports regarding Army Chief's visit to Iran
Pakistan's Foreign Office has categorically rejected recent reports claiming that Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir visited Iran as a US envoy. The Foreign Office spokesperson has termed these reports as misleading and contrary to facts.
The spokesperson clarified that such baseless news is not based on facts and is intended to create misunderstanding among the public. Rejecting the speculations circulating on media and social media, the Foreign Office stated that information issued through official sources regarding the Army Chief's visits is the only accurate information.
Various types of unverified information are often spread on social media regarding the visits of Pakistan's military leadership. The Foreign Office has appealed to the public and the media to wait for official confirmation before believing any such news, so that the spread of misinformation can be prevented.
The Government of Pakistan and the Foreign Office maintain that Pakistan's foreign policy and the visits of its military leadership are always determined in the national interest. Such fabricated news could be an attempt to damage the country's reputation, and it is essential to avoid them.
In conclusion, the Foreign Office emphasized that Pakistan is committed to maintaining relations with its neighboring countries based on mutual respect and diplomatic principles. In the event of any important visit or meeting, a formal statement is issued at the official level; therefore, one should not rely on unverified sources.