PM Shehbaz, Field Marshal Asim Munir join World Leaders at Khamenei’s funeral

TEHRAN – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, accompanied by Field Marshal Asim Munir and other senior Pakistani leaders, attended funeral ceremony in Tehran, where they conveyed Pakistan’s condolences and reaffirmed solidarity with Iran during its period of mourning. Sharif was accompanied by Field Marshal Asim Munir, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, and Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah. PM Shehbaz Sharif, CDF Asim Munir attend funeral ceremony of late Iranian Supreme Leader https://t.co/oTYdRwnIq0 — Pakistan TV (@PakTVGlobal) July 3, 2026 The delegation was reportedly received with special state honors upon its arrival in Tehran, highlighting the significance of Pakistan’s participation in the ceremony and the longstanding ties between Islamabad and Tehran. Officials quoted in the reports said the presence of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, and Field Marshal Asim Munir reflected Pakistan’s support for Iran during a difficult period and reaffirmed the close relationship shared by the two neighboring countries. The reports also claimed that Field Marshal Asim Munir had played a facilitating role in diplomatic engagement between Iran and the United States, describing it as part of Pakistan’s broader efforts to promote regional peace and dialogue. Pakistan and Iran have maintained close diplomatic relations over the years, and the reported visit has been presented as a demonstration of Islamabad’s continued commitment to strengthening bilateral ties. Field Marshal Asim Munir reaches Tehran to attend Ali Khamenei’s funeral