Pakistan rejects claims US navy is using its territory for attacks on Iran

Pakistan’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has rejected social media claims that the United States Navy is conducting operations against Iran from Pakistani territory with Islamabad’s permission, describing the allegations as baseless propaganda.

In a clarification posted on X on October 18, 2026, the ministry said a claim circulated by a North American-based social media account suggesting that the US Navy was launching operations against Iran from Pakistan was fabricated and intended to mislead the public.

The ministry urged people not to give credibility to the allegation, warning that spreading such claims could fuel confusion, misunderstandings and unrest.

“These posts are part of a broader agenda to spread confusion, misunderstanding and chaos,” the ministry said in its statement, dismissing the allegation as unworthy of serious consideration.

The clarification was issued amid heightened regional tensions linked to the ongoing US-Iran conflict, which has raised concerns about military activities, regional security and the involvement of neighbouring countries.

Pakistan’s statement sought to counter speculation that its territory was being used to support American military action against Iran. The ministry maintained that the claim had no factual basis and should be treated as propaganda rather than credible information.

The statement also highlighted the potential impact of unverified social media posts, particularly during periods of heightened geopolitical tensions, when misleading information can spread rapidly and create public confusion.

The ministry called for such allegations to be recognised as propaganda and handled accordingly, rather than amplified through further sharing.

The disputed post originated from an account based in North America, according to the ministry. However, the clarification did not provide further details about the account or identify the individuals responsible for circulating the claim.

The statement did not offer additional information about any separate military arrangements between Pakistan and the United States.

The ministry’s response underscored Islamabad’s rejection of the specific allegation that American naval forces were operating against Iran from Pakistani soil with its approval.

As tensions surrounding the US-Iran conflict continue, the clarification adds to efforts to challenge unverified claims circulating online about regional military operations and Pakistan’s alleged role in them.