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In the meeting, Momeni thanked Pakistan for mediating a ceasefire at a critical moment when the region appeared to be edging toward a broader conflict. He said Iran would \u201calways remember\u201d Pakistan\u2019s sincere and positive role in preventing escalation, noting that the ceasefire was made possible through Islamabad\u2019s timely engagement. Naqvi reaffirmed Pakistan\u2019s commitment to regional stability, stressing that the country\u2019s foreign policy is rooted in the pursuit of peace. He said war could never resolve disputes and emphasized that lasting solutions can only be achieved through dialogue and diplomacy.  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