Pakistan has halted trade with Iran at the Taftan and Gabd-Rimdan crossings in Balochistan province since Saturday, leaving approximately 2,000 freight trucks stranded. Pakistani officials describe the move as a temporary security measure to improve border management and support counterterrorism efforts. However, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman attributes the suspension to technical issues and the necessity of implementing precautionary measures. The decision comes as Pakistan mediates between Iran and the US amid ongoing conflict and US sanctions against Iran, which have previously led to the blockade of Iran's southern ports.