Karachi: Pakistan has announced its role in facilitating the repatriation of 30 Iranian nationals, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. The repatriation includes eight Iranian fishermen rescued at sea by the British vessel MMA Valour and 22 Iranian crew members from the vessel Lenore, Davina, which was recently interdicted by U.S. authorities.
According to Radio Pakistan, Dar shared the information on his X handle, emphasizing that both groups are expected to transit through Karachi in the coming days. He stated that Pakistan is coordinating with Iranian, U.S., and U.K. authorities to ensure the safe transit and return of the Iranian nationals to their homeland.
Dar affirmed Pakistan’s commitment to humanitarian cooperation and its readiness to provide assistance to facilitate the early return of the Iranian nationals.