As a confidence-building measure by the United States, twenty-two crew members held aboard the seized Iranian container ship, ‘MV Touska,’ have been evacuated to Pakistan. The individuals were flown to Pakistan last night and will be handed over to Iranian authorities today.
Additionally, the Iranian ship will be returned to Pakistani territorial waters for its return to its original owners after necessary repairs. These actions are being coordinated with support from both the Iranian and U.S. sides.
Pakistan welcomes such confidence-building measures and will continue to facilitate dialogue and diplomacy while pursuing ongoing mediation efforts for regional peace and security.
