Pakistan will assist the repatriation of 30 Iranian nationals in the coming days: 8 fishermen rescued at sea by UK vessel MMA Valour after their boat grounded, and 22 crew from the vessel Lenore/Davina recently intercepted by US authorities. The groups are expected to transit Karachi; Pakistan says it is coordinating with Iranian, US and UK authorities to secure their safe transfer and return.

2026-06-17

Pakistan will assist the repatriation of 30 Iranian nationals in the coming days: 8 fishermen rescued at sea by UK vessel MMA Valour after their boat grounded, and 22 crew from the vessel Lenore/Davina recently intercepted by US authorities. The groups are expected to transit Karachi; Pakistan says it is coordinating with Iranian, US and UK authorities to secure their safe transfer and return.