On June 27, 2025, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, during a phone call with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, firmly declared that the United States will not allow Iran to develop or obtain nuclear weapons, pressing Pakistan to back initiatives for enduring peace between Israel and Iran to bolster Middle East stability.
🇺🇸🇵🇰 RUBIO CALLS PAKISTAN: “HEY, MAYBE DON’T NUKE EACH OTHER”
Tensions are off the charts after India hit terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in “Operation Sindoor.”
Pakistan’s not thrilled and has promised to hit back—hard.
So U.S. Secretary of State… https://t.co/QhJB5ksEt4 pic.twitter.com/3SYbhCgF67
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) May 8, 2025
Rubio praised the recent India-Pakistan ceasefire, with Sharif acknowledging US mediation, while both leaders committed to strengthening bilateral trade ties to counterbalance China’s regional influence.
This conversation underscores Pakistan’s delicate balancing act as it navigates ties with the US, India, and Iran, positioning it as a pivotal player in fostering regional stability and economic cooperation amidst complex geopolitical dynamics.