Pakistani security officials have categorically denied recent claims that the country supplied non-nuclear ballistic missiles to Iran, labeling the reports as “baseless, frivolous, and part of a propaganda campaign” allegedly driven by Indian media and its allied international outlets.
The denial comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, following fresh overnight exchanges of fire between Israel and Iran. A wave of social media posts had circulated in recent days, suggesting Pakistan’s involvement in the standoff. Some posts even featured doctored images of the Pakistani and Iranian flags alongside a fabricated statement claiming Pakistan had pledged a “nuclear response” in support of Iran against Israel.
Diplomatic sources in Islamabad swiftly debunked the rumors, calling the viral statement “fake” and asserting that it falsely attributed military threats to Pakistan. They clarified that no such commitment had been made, and there is no truth to the speculation that Pakistan’s military forces are joining the conflict on Iran’s side.
“These claims are entirely unfounded and misleading. Pakistan maintains a policy of strategic restraint and peaceful coexistence,” a diplomatic official stated.
Meanwhile, U.S. President Joe Biden has called for de-escalation in the region, warning Tehran not to target American interests while expressing optimism that the conflict can be resolved diplomatically.
The Pakistani government has reiterated its commitment to regional peace and has urged the media and public to verify facts before sharing unverified or inflammatory content.