Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says a “conclusive and lasting” end to the illegal war imposed on Iran by the United States and the Israeli regime since late last month is a priority for Tehran.

In a post on his X account on Saturday, Araghchi expressed Iran’s deep appreciation for Pakistan’s efforts to restore peace and security to the region following the US-Israeli war against the Islamic Republic, which began on February 28.

He added that US media have misinterpreted Iran’s position.

The top diplomat further stated that Iran is “deeply grateful to Pakistan for its efforts and has never refused to go to Islamabad.”

“What we care about are the terms of a conclusive and lasting end to the illegal war that is imposed on us,” Araghchi emphasized.

Pakistan has repeatedly reiterated its principled stance condemning military aggression against Iran’s national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Islamabad recently hosted a quadrilateral meeting of the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia as part of a diplomatic effort to end the war.

A number of Western media outlets have in recent days claimed that Iran opposes Pakistan’s mediation and any negotiations with the US in Islamabad.

Pakistani officials have rejected such claims.

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