Archive · 16 Jun 2025
Pakistan Shuts Iran Border, Denies Nuclear Pledge
Pakistan has shut its border with Iran due to rising tensions, but trade is still ongoing.
An Iranian commander claimed Pakistan promised nuclear support, but Pakistan denies it, saying its nuclear weapons are for defense only.
Pakistan wants to stay out of the conflict between Israel and Iran.
Pakistan indefinitely closed all border crossings with Iran due to rising tensions.
The closure affects five districts in Balochistan province, but trade continues.
Pakistani citizens can still return from Iran.
An Iranian commander claimed Pakistan pledged nuclear support to Iran.
Pakistan's government has denied the claim of nuclear support.
- Who
- Pakistan and Iran, including officials and citizens of both countries.
- What
- Pakistan closed all border crossings with Iran.
- When
- Since Monday, June 16th
- Where
- Border crossings between Pakistan and Iran, particularly in Balochistan province.
- Why
- Rising tensions and escalating threats of further conflict between Israel and Iran.
Iranian Commander
Pakistan Government
Nuclear Support
Iranian Commander
Pakistan pledged nuclear support to Iran if Israel uses a nuclear bomb.
Pakistan Government
Pakistan denies the claim.
- Affected Border
- Pakistan-Iran
- Closure Status
- Indefinite
- Affected Province
- Balochistan
- Trade
- Continues
- Pakistan Position
- Denies nuclear support claim