Transit Facility to Iran Closed in Chaghi; Valid Visa Now Mandatory for Travelers

CHAGHI: Following instructions from the Balochistan government, the transit facility to Iran was closed on Wednesday, ARY News reported, quoting the Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Chaghi District.

In a statement issued today, the DC of Chaghi announced that under the April 1 order, the previous transit system has been officially suspended.

Travelers are now required to possess a valid passport and visa to visit Iran. The DC added that individuals will only be permitted to cross the border after completing all mandatory legal requirements.

The DC urged citizens to strictly adhere to the government’s new orders regarding travel to Iran.

These developments come amid heightened regional tensions. It has been 33 days since the escalation of the conflict on February 28, which has resulted in significant casualties among Iranian leadership due to ongoing hostilities.

Pakistan has initiated high-level mediation efforts between the United States and Iran, holding extensive consultations with fellow Islamic nations, including Turkey, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia. As part of this diplomatic push, the Foreign Ministers of all three countries have recently visited Pakistan for in-depth discussions.

Following these regional consultations, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar visited China to take the Chinese leadership into confidence regarding the peace initiative. The move aims to build a broad international consensus to de-escalate the ongoing conflict and restore regional stability.