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Pakistan facilitates return of Iranian ship crew seized by US
Pakistan helped facilitate the safe transfer and return of crew members from the Iranian ship MV Touska after they were handed over by the United States.
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by News Desk
2026-05-04
Pakistan facilitates return of Iranian ship crew seized by US

Pakistan played a key diplomatic role in facilitating the return of crew members from the Iranian container ship MV Touska, which had been seized by the United States during ongoing tensions in the region. The US transferred 22 crew members from the vessel to Pakistan as part of a confidence-building measure aimed at easing tensions.

According to officials, the crew members were safely evacuated and brought to Pakistan, where arrangements were made to hand them over to Iranian authorities. Pakistan’s Foreign Office highlighted the move as a positive step toward de-escalation and regional stability.

The incident is linked to broader geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly involving the US naval blockade and Iran. The seizure of the vessel had further complicated relations, but Pakistan’s involvement in facilitating the crew’s return has been viewed as an important diplomatic gesture.

Pakistan has been actively engaging in diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions in the region and promote dialogue among involved parties. The successful transfer of the crew underscores Islamabad’s role as a mediator and its commitment to peace and cooperation in the region.
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