Pakistan Army Chief Visits Iran Amid Escalating Tensions With US

Pakistan's army chief arrived in Tehran on October 20, 2026, according to The National. The visit is linked to Iran's efforts to gain leverage in ongoing discussions with the United States, as reported by The National. The Jerusalem Post noted that the timing of the visit coincided with heightened tensions between the United States and other regional actors. The two outlets did not provide additional details on the nature of the discussions or the immediate consequences of the visit.