Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s visit to Islamabad was notable not merely because it came days after the first round of post-war US-Iran talks in Switzerland, nor because it was his first major foreign trip since the end of the Iran war. What made the visit significant was the message it carried. Standing beside Prime Minister […]
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Pakistan urges stronger UN mediation as ‘first line of defence’
Pakistan on Monday called on the international community to treat mediation as the first line of defence against war, saying delayed diplomacy and neglected disputes often turn political crises into conflicts that consume lives, regions and generations. Speaking during a UN General Assembly debate on strengthening mediation in the peaceful settlement of disputes, Pakistan’s Permanent […]
Pakistan’s mediation role continues to be recognized globally
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s mediation role as a potential intermediary in easing tensions between the United States and Iran has received attention in recent international commentary, with reports suggesting that Islamabad has pursued discreet diplomatic engagement with multiple regional and global stakeholders. Read More: Mediation: Challenges for Pakistan According to Turkish broadcaster TRT, Pakistan has emerged as a […]
PM takes Zardari into confidence on mediation efforts
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif briefed President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday about his upcoming visits to Saudi Arabia and Türkiye “for further engagement to promote peace efforts” and took him into confidence on “all aspects of the dialogue” between Iran and the United States, a statement issued by the President’s Secretariat said. Pakistan hosted direct […]
Mediation: Challenges for Pakistan
Criticism is one of the most common commodities in present current affairs discourse. It turns in a mean exercise once delivered without logic having single point agenda of ditching some good idea. Unpredictably, Pakistan has emerged as a crucial mediator in the 2026 USA-Iran war, serving as a vital channel of communication to de-escalate tensions […]
Pakistan’s mediation push earns global recognition
Initiating peace talks in the war on Iran “is no easy task,” but it would be “conducive to restoring normal navigation through the Strait of Hormuz,” Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said during a call with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday. The two “agreed to jointly promote a ceasefire and […]
Blake Lively brings mahjong set to court amid mediation
Blake Lively is known for her glamour, but on Wednesday, the “Gossip Girl” star added a surprising twist to her court appearance. While attending mediation in her sexual harassment suit against former co-star Justin Baldoni, Lively reportedly had her chauffeur deliver her personal mahjong set right to the Daniel Patrick Moynihan Courthouse. According to sources, […]
Russia offers to mediate Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions
Russia has offered to mediate between Pakistan and Afghanistan to reduce rising border tensions. The announcement came from Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova. She said stability in the region is a priority for Russia and the international community. Zakharova urged both countries to exercise restraint and resolve disputes through dialogue. She emphasized that Pakistan […]
Turkey steps in to end Pakistan-Afghanistan talks deadlock
ANKARA – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has announced that key Turkish ministers will visit Pakistan this week to help resolve the deadlock in Pakistan-Afghanistan negotiations. The delegation will include Turkey’s foreign minister, defense minister, and intelligence chief, who will hold talks with Pakistani officials on reviving the stalled peace dialogue. According to Turkish news […]
Pakistan, Afghanistan extend ceasefire after Istanbul talks
Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to continue their ceasefire after recent border clashes and rising tensions. Talks between delegations from both countries resumed in Istanbul with the help of Türkiye and Qatar. Earlier, the discussions had stalled due to Pakistan’s concerns over cross-border terrorist attacks. However, diplomatic intervention by Türkiye and Qatar revived the process. […]