Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the brutal killing of eight Pakistani citizens near the Pak-Iran border and urged Iranian authorities to immediately arrest those involved. The victims, all mechanics working at a local workshop in Iran’s Sistan and Balochistan province, were targeted by unidentified gunmen in a suspected terrorist attack.
Calling it a “heinous act of terrorism,” the premier stressed that the perpetrators must face exemplary punishment. He also emphasized the need for a joint regional strategy to combat terrorism, which he described as a “grave threat” to the region.
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Iranian media reported that the incident occurred in Mehrestan district, close to the Afghanistan border. Six of the victims belonged to Khanqah Sharif in Bahawalpur, while the remaining two were from Tehsil Ahmedpur Sharqia. The Prime Minister demanded transparency from Iran regarding the motives behind the attack.
PM Shehbaz directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to reach out to the victims’ families and extend full support. He also instructed the Pakistani Embassy in Iran to ensure the safe and timely repatriation of the bodies.
