Although Iran and Pakistan have close historical, religious and cultural ties, there are still some obstacles to the development of relations between the two countries. Relations between Iran and Pakistan improved after the removal of the Taliban in 2002, but tensions remain.

The Iran–Pakistan border (Persian: مرز ایران و پاکستان; Urdu: ایران پاکستان سرحد), is the international boundary that separates Iran and Pakistan. It demarcates the Iranian province of Sistan and Baluchestan from the Pakistani province of Balochistan, and spans 909 …

Jan 19, 2024 · Pakistan and Iran have both conducted strikes on each other’s territories in an unprecedented escalation of hostilities between the neighbors, at a time when tensions have risen sharply...

Nov 6, 2024 · While many analysts and commentators were quick to outline Iran and Pakistan’s calculus, few have touched upon border histories and how the Iranian posture underwent a change towards Pakistan following its decisive defeat and independence of Bangladesh in 1971, resulting in a power differential between the two states [4].

Jan 19, 2024 · Pakistan's strikes were the first external land attack on Iran since the 1980s. It comes as tensions in the Middle East are high with the Gaza war intensifying.

Jan 20, 2024 · ISLAMABAD and LONDON -- An unprecedented turn of events took place between Iran and Pakistan this week when the neighboring nations exchanged cross-border airstrikes on what they claim were ...

Iran Pakistan; Economy - overview: Iran's economy is marked by statist policies, inefficiencies, and reliance on oil and gas exports, but Iran also possesses significant agricultural, industrial, and service sectors.

Just over a week after the strikes, unidentified gunmen killed nine Pakistani labourers in Iran near its border with Pakistan. Even if Iran and Pakistan want de-escalation, further attacks by Baloch militants – or attributed to them – in either country could undermine this aspiration.

Dec 25, 2024 · Pakistan, despite its economic difficulties, can hold a unique position as a trusted partner for Iran in its economy and trade. The potential for increased economic and trade relations between Iran and Pakistan offers a pathway toward greater regional stability.

Jan 14, 2024 · Iran was the first country to recognise Pakistan, on Aug 14, 1947. Iran is also the country that hosted the first embassy of Pakistan abroad. Over the decades, Pakistan and Iran have maintained...