Pakistan allowed Iranian military aircraft use airbase despite mediator role, CBS reports
🔴 Tension Risingbdnews24.com2026-05-12
Pakistan quietly allowed Iranian military aircraft to use its airbase despite acting as a diplomatic intermediary between Tehran and Washington. Iranian aircraft, including an RC-130 reconnaissance plane, were sent to Pakistan and Afghanistan as part of efforts to protect assets from potential US airstrikes. Tensions remain high in the Strait of Hormuz following recent US strikes on Iranian ports.