CHAGAI- Iran has closed its border with Pakistan for indefinite period following the incident of Taftan that claimed lives of 24 pilgrims and injuring 18 others.
"Zero-Point gate on Pak-Iran border in Taftan has been closed by the Iranian officials and all activities pertaining to travelling and trade through the border were suspended," Deputy Commissioner Chagai, Saifullah Khetran said. Security on Pak-Iran border was also tightened.