ISLAMABAD: Rejecting the recent media reports, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has clarified on Wednesday that all border crossings between Pakistan and Iran are fully open.
An official statement released here by the MoFA spokesperson stated that there is no truth to claims circulating in some sections of media outlets that border checkpoints in five districts had been shut down or suspended in wake of Iran-Israel war.
“This to clarify that contrary to some media reports, all border crossings along the Pakistan-Iran border remain fully operational,” MoFA statement reads.
The clarification comes amid speculation circulating in the social and mainstream media outlets regarding possible security-related disturbances in the border region.
Authorities in Balochistan on Monday claimed to have shut down all five crossings in Chaghi, Washuk, Kerch, Panjgur and Gwadar, bordering with Iran. The officials in Quetta had claimed that all border crossing points were suspended/closed down for indefinite period.
However, officials reaffirmed that trade, travel, and security operations continue as normal at all designated crossing points, including the busy Taftan border crossing in Balochistan.
Officials said Pakistan shared 900km long border with Iran, strategically important land trade route for both brotherly nations.
Authorities on both sides have taken measures in recent years to enhance border management and ensure smooth movement while addressing security concerns.
The media outlets have been urged to avoid speculations on this critical juncture and verify news before publication.
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