Did Asim Munir Help Ease Iran-Saudi Tensions To Keep Pakistan Out Of War? Report Claims Oil Deal Used As Leverage

Amid renewed fighting between the US and Iran in the region, a shocking report involving Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir has emerged. The report claims that Munir allegedly played a role in brokering an understanding between Iran and Saudi Arabia to prevent further attacks on the Gulf kingdom.

Munir’s Role In Iran-Saudi Understanding

According to a report by The Times of Israel citing three unnamed officials, Munir used a joint oil transport venture linked to Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) chief Ahmad Vahidi as leverage in the discussions. The reported agreement was reached in late March through Munir’s mediation.

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Oil Venture Used As Leverage

The officials cited in the report included a Middle East diplomat, a regional intelligence official, and another person familiar with the matter. According to the report, Munir highlighted the importance of a joint oil transport venture involving Vahidi, which has reportedly been moving Iranian oil to Islamabad since late last year.

Attempt To Keep Pak Out Of War?

The venture is said to be connected to both military officials and has generated significant revenue, especially during US restrictions on Iranian oil exports. The report claimed Munir warned that further attacks on Saudi Arabia could put the arrangement at risk. It also highlighted how Saudi Arabia faced repeated attacks during the early phase of the conflict but remained largely unaffected after the understanding was reached.

When a missile strike reportedly occurred over the weekend amid renewed tensions, Munir again warned Tehran that continued attacks could threaten the oil arrangement. The development is significant as Pakistan has been trying to play a mediating role between Iran and the US once again. Also, Islamabad has a Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement with Riyadh, which was signed in 2025.

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While the full agreement has not been made public, it is believed that both countries agreed to support each other if either comes under attack. Earlier on July 14, when Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia’s Abha International Airport, there were concerns whether the conflict would escalate and the defence pact involving Pakistan would be activated.

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