Pakistan has issued a forceful condemnation of recent US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, warning that such actions pose a severe threat to regional and global stability.
Speaking during an emergency session of the UN Security Council on Sunday, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, described the strikes as “a clear violation of international law” and “a dangerous precedent.” He noted that the targeted sites, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, are safeguarded under international agreements and monitored by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
“These attacks set a dangerous precedent and pose a grave threat to the safety and security of populations across the region—and indeed, the world,” Ambassador Asim stated.
Expressing solidarity with Iran, Pakistan joined China and Russia in submitting a draft resolution calling for the immediate cessation of hostilities. The resolution also urges protection of civilians and critical infrastructure, a halt to further military escalation, and a renewed push for diplomatic solutions to the Iranian nuclear issue.
Ambassador Asim pressed the Security Council to respond decisively. “As the body entrusted with primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, the Security Council must act urgently and decisively,” he said.
The proposed resolution outlines five key demands:
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A formal condemnation of the US-led strikes on Iran since June 13, 2025
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A denunciation of attacks on IAEA-monitored nuclear facilities
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A reaffirmation of international obligations to protect civilian lives and infrastructure
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An immediate and unconditional ceasefire
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A commitment to diplomacy, consistent with the principles of the UN Charter
Ambassador Asim also condemned what he described as Israeli aggression, reaffirming Iran’s right to self-defence under international law. He warned that the Middle East—already burdened by protracted instability and unresolved conflicts—could not withstand another geopolitical crisis.
“We must act now to prevent the situation from spiraling further out of control,” he concluded. “Dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable path forward—that is the universal message from this meeting.”