Mehrestan County: Eight Pakistani nationals were killed in Mehrestan County, Sistan-Baluchistan province, in Iran, near the Pakistan-Iran border. Pakistani authorities have requested consular access to confirm the identities of the deceased.

The incident has left the leadership and citizens of Pakistan in distress. The Prime Minister has extended condolences to the families of the victims.

Under the direction of the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, the Pakistani Embassy in Tehran and the Consulate in Zahidan are actively engaging with Iranian authorities. Their goal is to ensure a thorough investigation and to expedite the return of the victims’ remains to Pakistan.

Pakistan has denounced the killings as inhumane and cowardly. Officials are urging Iranian authorities to cooperate fully in the investigation and repatriation process.

Further updates will be shared when more information about the victims and the circumstances of their deaths becomes available.