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Express Tribune
20-07-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Naqvi, Haqqani vow to bolster counter-terrorism cooperation
Listen to article Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Kabul on a one-day official visit on Sunday, where he held high-level talks with his Afghan counterpart Sirajuddin Haqqani on counter-terrorism, border management, and the repatriation of undocumented Afghan nationals. Upon arrival at Kabul International Airport, Naqvi was received by Afghanistan's Deputy Interior Minister Mohammad Nabi Omari. Senior Afghan interior ministry officials were also present at the welcome ceremony. Naqvi was accompanied by Pakistan's Federal Secretary for Interior Khurram Agha and other senior officials. کابل۔ وفاقی وزیرداخلہ محسن نقوی افغانستان کے ایک روزہ سرکاری دورے پر کابل پہنچ گئے کابل انٹرنیشنل ائرپورٹ پر افغانستان کے نائب وزیر داخلہ محمد نبی عمری نے وزیر داخلہ محسن نقوی کا استقبال کیا افغانستان کی وزارت داخلہ کے اعلی حکام بھی اس موقع پر موجود تھے — Ministry of Interior GoP (@MOIofficialGoP) July 20, 2025 During his visit, Naqvi met with Afghan Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani at the Afghan Ministry of Interior. The two sides held detailed discussions on enhancing bilateral cooperation, particularly in countering terrorism, managing cross-border infiltration, and addressing the issue of the banned Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). The talks also focused on strengthening mechanisms for the effective management of the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, curbing narcotics smuggling, and streamlining cross-border movement. Discussions included the ongoing process of repatriating Afghan nationals who are residing illegally in Pakistan. Both interior ministers emphasised the need for peaceful coexistence, stability, and mutual cooperation between the two neighbouring countries. کابل:وفاقی وزیر داخلہ محسن نقوی کی کابل میں اپنے افغان ہم منصب سراج الدین حقانی سے اہم ملاقات وزیرداخلہ کا افغان وزارت داخلہ آمد پر افغان وزیر داخلہ سراج الدین حقانی نے خیر مقدم کیا دوطرفہ تعلقات خصوصا انسداد دہشت گردی و دراندازی و کالعدم تحریک طالبان کے حوالے سے تبادلہ خیال — Ministry of Interior GoP (@MOIofficialGoP) July 20, 2025 'Terrorist organisations are spreading chaos and instability. We must act jointly to stop them,' Naqvi said during the meeting. 'Pakistan desires brotherly and long-term relations with Afghanistan,' he added. Naqvi noted that Pakistan had hosted millions of Afghan refugees for decades and reiterated that legal pathways for Afghan citizens to enter Pakistan remain open. Also present at the meeting were Afghanistan's Senior Deputy Interior Minister Ibrahim Sardar, Pakistan's Special Representative for Afghanistan Mohammad Sadiq, Interior Secretary Khurram Agha, senior diplomatic officials, and representatives from Afghanistan's Ministry of Interior.
Express Tribune
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Pakistan, Iran and Iraq to set up joint working group for pilgrim facilitation
Mohsin Naqvi addressing trilateral conference of Interior Ministers of Pakistan, Iran and Iraq held on July 24 in Tehran. Photo: Express Listen to article Pakistan, Iran and Iraq have agreed to establish a joint working group to streamline travel arrangements for pilgrims, following a trilateral conference of the countries' interior ministers held in Tehran on Monday. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, speaking at the meeting, thanked his Iranian counterpart Eskandar Momeni for hosting the conference at Pakistan's request, highlighting the growing need to address issues faced by pilgrims visiting Iran and Iraq. 'Pilgrims travelling to Iraq and Iran are of great importance to us,' he said. 'This trilateral forum will pave the way for enhanced facilities and support.' Naqvi stated that starting January 1, 2026, Pakistani pilgrims will only be allowed to travel to Iraq under officially registered group organisers. He said the registration process for 'Zaireen Group Organisers' has begun, and only individuals granted special embassy-issued visas will be permitted to travel independently. تہران۔۔ وفاقی وزیرداخلہ محسن نقوی کی ایرانی وزارت داخلہ آمد ایران کے وزیر داخلہ سکندر مومنی نے وزیرداخلہ محسن نقوی کا خیر مقدم کیا پاکستان کی درخواست پر پاکستان۔ ایران اور عراق کے وزرائے داخلہ کا اہم اجلاس شروع — Ministry of Interior GoP (@MOIofficialGoP) July 14, 2025 'The organisers will be responsible for ensuring pilgrims' safe return,' he said. 'This system will help curb illegal travel and overstay issues.' Naqvi also praised both the Iraqi and Iranian governments for their efforts in managing large pilgrim crowds. 'Taking care of millions of Zaireen is a significant challenge, and both interior ministers are fulfilling this duty effectively,' he said. He commended Iran's leadership during recent hostilities, saying, 'Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei stood firm and led with courage. We congratulate him and the Iranian people on this victory.' Naqvi reiterated Pakistan's support for Iran during its recent conflict with Israel. 'Pakistan unequivocally condemned the attack on Iran and supported its right to self-defence,' he said, adding that both the Pakistani people and government stood firmly by Iran's side. The conference was also attended by Iran's Deputy Interior Minister Ali Akbar Pour-Jamshidian, senior Iranian and Iraqi officials, Pakistani Ambassador to Iran Mohammad Mudassar Tipu, and Interior Secretary Muhammad Khurram Agha.
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Express Tribune
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
For the first time, politicians, govt, and military united — and that unsettles some, says Mohsin Naqvi
Listen to article Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has dismissed speculation regarding the removal of President Asif Ali Zardari, calling such rumours baseless and driven by discomfort over political and institutional unity. 'For the first time, politicians, the government, and the military establishment are united—and that bothers some people,' Naqvi said while addressing the media in Sukkur on Saturday. سکھر۔ وفاقی وزیرداخلہ محسن نقوی کا محرم الحرام کی مناسبت سے پاکستان کے سب بڑے و 500 سال قدیمی جلوس کا دورہ وزیرداخلہ نے جلوس کے لیے کیے گئے انتظامات دیکھے وزیرداخلہ محسن نقوی نے پاکستان کے سب سے بڑے جلوس کے لئے کیے گئے انتظامات پر وزیر اعلی سندھ مراد علی شاہ۔سول انتظامیہ۔ — Ministry of Interior GoP (@MOIofficialGoP) July 5, 2025 Responding to a journalist's question about circulating claims of President Zardari's removal and constitutional amendments, Naqvi urged restraint from political debate during Muharram. 'It would be a good thing if we refrained from politics for two days. Do not believe everything on social media,' he added. Naqvi was in Sukkur to oversee security arrangements for Muharram processions. He said more than 2,700 processions were taking place nationwide, with Sukkur hosting the largest in the country. 'Credit goes to the entire team for managing Pakistan's largest procession,' he said, expressing confidence that all events would conclude peacefully by evening. When asked about deteriorating law and order in Sindh's Shikarpur, Kashmore, and Kandhkot districts, Naqvi acknowledged the situation and assured that coordinated efforts were underway. 'Just like we pushed back terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, we'll deal with the dacoits in Sindh as well,' he said. 'The federal and provincial governments will act together to resolve this issue.' سوشل میڈیا پر مذہبی اشتعال انگیزی کسی صورت نہ پہلے برداشت کی اور نہ آئندہ برداشت کی جائے گی۔ امن و امان برقرار رکھنا اولین ترجیح ہے۔ فتنہ الہندوستان کے مذموم عزائم ناکام بنانے کے لئے قانون نافذ کرنے والے ادارے مکمل چوکس ہیں۔ محسن نقوی — Ministry of Interior GoP (@MOIofficialGoP) July 5, 2025 Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has warned that any form of religious incitement on social media will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Naqvi reiterated the government's commitment to maintaining peace during Muharram and countering threats across all regions. "InshaAllah, Ashura will remain peaceful thanks to the efforts of the government and the tireless dedication of our security forces," Naqvi stated.
Express Tribune
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
PM, military leadership played key role in brokering Iran-Israel ceasefire: Naqvi
Listen to article Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi stated that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the military leadership played a pivotal role in the Iran-Israel conflict and the subsequent ceasefire between the two countries. 'Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif played a crucial role in the ceasefire between Israel and Iran, and the military also played a significant role in this regard. I don't want to go into further details, but the way PM negotiated with world leaders is something we must be proud of,' he said. The 12-day war, which began with unprovoked Israeli military strikes in Iran on June 13, resulted in 610 deaths, including senior nuclear scientists and high-ranking military commanders. In retaliation, strikes from Iran killed 28 in Israel. The US joined the conflict on June 22 with bunker-buster bombings on Iran's nuclear facilities in Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan. A US-brokered ceasefire was reached on June 24, shortly after Iran launched missiles at the largest US airbase in the Middle East, located in Qatar. وفاقی وزیر داخلہ محسن نقوی اور وزیر مملکت داخلہ طلال چوہدری سے چئیرمین رویت ہلال کمیٹی مولاناعبدالخبیر آزاد کی سربراہی میں تمام مکاتب فکر کے جید علمائے کرام کی ملاقات محرم الحرام خصوصا عاشورہ کے موقع پر امن وامان اور مذہبی ہم آہنگی یقینی بنانے کے لیے تفصیلی تبادلہ خیال — Ministry of Interior GoP (@MOIofficialGoP) July 3, 2025 Recalling the recent Pakistan-India conflict that ended after US President Trump brokered a ceasefire, he stated that during India's attack, Field Marshal Asim Munir stood firm and strong, and his resolve was that India would have to suffer four times as much. The minister made these remarks during a meeting with religious scholars in Islamabad on Thursday, which focused on maintaining law and order during Muharram. Speaking on the occasion, Naqvi appreciated the role of religious scholars in establishing peace. He suggested that the chairman of the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee adopt a theme of unity among people of different schools of thought, encouraging them to work together without abandoning their own beliefs or interfering with others. Pakistan-India conflict The latest escalation between Pakistan and India began on April 22, when an attack in Pahalgam killed 26 people. India immediately blamed Pakistan for the incident. However, Pakistan categorically rejected the Indian blame. Tensions further escalated in the early hours of May 7, when missile strikes hit six cities in Punjab and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), destroying a mosque and killing dozens of civilians, including women, children, and the elderly. Read More: French intelligence official confirms downing of Rafale by Pakistan In a swift military response, Pakistan's armed forces shot down Indian warplanes, including three Rafale jets. The confrontation intensified again in the early hours of May 10, when India targeted several Pakistani airbases with missile strikes. In retaliation, Pakistan launched Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, damaging Indian military installations, including missile storage sites, airbases, and other strategic targets. On May 10, US President Donald Trump announced that a ceasefire had been reached following intense diplomatic efforts overnight. Minutes later, the agreement was confirmed separately by Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and the Indian foreign secretary.
