Information Ministry denies report of Pakistan’s involvement in possible US strikes on Iran

The Ministry of Information on Monday rejected claims that the United States is using Pakistani bases or airspace for strikes against Iran, calling the allegations “pure disinformation” and a “reckless, blame-pushing narrative”.

“There is no credible proof that US aircraft or ISR assets are based in Pakistan.

There is also no credible evidence of Pakistan-to-Iran operational flights for strikes,” the ministry said in a statement.

Recalling Islamabad’s official position during the recent 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel, in which the US also carried out strikes inside Iran, the ministry said Pakistan had publicly condemned the US actions.

“This clearly denies the ‘Pakistan is facilitating strikes’ story,” the statement said, adding that the narrative seeks to drag Pakistan into a US-Iran conflict without any verifiable evidence.

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The clarification comes amid rising tensions between Washington and Tehran. US President Donald Trump has warned Iran of possible strikes over its crackdown on ongoing protests, prompting stern responses from Tehran.

On Sunday, Iran warned that it would retaliate against US military bases and Israel if the Trump administration attacked the country, accusing Washington and Tel Aviv of fomenting unrest.

The same day, Trump said he was considering a range of strong responses, including military options, while also claiming that Iranian leaders had reached out to negotiate.

In a subsequent statement, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran was “not seeking war but is fully prepared for war,” while also expressing readiness for negotiations “based on mutual respect and equal rights”.