Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has written a letter to His Eminence Mojtaba Khamenei, expressing condolences on the martyrdom of his father, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, and congratulating him on assuming the responsibilities of Supreme Leader.

In his message, the Prime Minister conveyed the deepest condolences and prayers of the people of Pakistan to the brotherly people of Iran and the wider Muslim Ummah at this solemn moment.

He said that the martyrdom of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei had deeply saddened the people of Pakistan, who stand in solidarity with the leadership and people of Iran during this difficult time.

While congratulating Mojtaba Khamenei on assuming the important responsibility, the Prime Minister expressed hope that his leadership would guide Iran towards peace, stability, dignity and prosperity in the years ahead.

The Prime Minister also highlighted that Pakistan and Iran share deep-rooted relations based on common faith, history, culture and language.

He reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to continue working closely with the Islamic Republic of Iran to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual interest for the benefit of the two brotherly nations.

The Prime Minister also prayed for the good health, well-being and success of Mojtaba Khamenei and for peace, stability and prosperity for the people of Iran.