Work has not halted to bridge gaps between the United States and Iran, sources from mediator Pakistan said, despite the failure of face-to-face diplomacy after Donald Trump called off a trip by his envoys and told Iran to phone when it wants a deal. Pakistani officials said negotiations were still taking place remotely, but there […]
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The Islamabad Process: Navigating the Complexities of US-Iran Diplomacy
At a moment when global geopolitics appears increasingly volatile, Islamabad has unexpectedly emerged as a focal point for one of the most delicate diplomatic engagements of recent times: talks between the United States and Iran. This development is not merely symbolic; it reflects a broader shift in regional diplomacy, where middle powers like Pakistan are […]
Canadian, Polish FMs commend Pakistan’s role in US-Iran ceasefire
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar spoke Sunday afternoon with Foreign Minister of Iran Abbas Araghchi. He emphasized the need for continued dialogue and engagement as essential to resolving the current issues as soon as possible for promoting the peace and stability in the region and beyond. Both leaders agreed to remain in […]
Allies fear a rushed US-Iran framework deal could backfire
European allies fear an inexperienced US negotiating team is pushing for a swift, headline?grabbing framework deal with Iran that could entrench rather than resolve deeper problems, diplomats with past experience dealing with Tehran said. They worry Washington, eager to claim a diplomatic win for President Donald Trump, could lock in a superficial agreement on Iran’s […]
Hormuz chaos overshadows US-Iran peace deal hopes
At least two merchant vessels reported they were hit by gunfire as they attempted to cross the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, three maritime security and shipping sources said, shortly after Iran said it was once more tightening control of the waterway. Some merchant vessels received a radio message from Iran’s Navy that the vital […]
CDF Munir emerges as central peace mediator in US-Iran conflict: The Guardian
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has emerged as an unexpected yet central peace mediator in the US-Iran conflict. The COAS traveled to Tehran, met the Iranian foreign minister, and led last-ditch efforts to revive stalled negotiations between the United States and Iran, reported the […]
Security arrangements in Islamabad in overdrive amid likely US-Iran talks
Security arrangements in Islamabad were in overdrive on Thursday as speculation continued about the federal capital possibly hosting a second round of talks between the US and Iran. Senior police officials said a meeting – chaired by the deputy inspector general of logistics – was held last night, during which a shortage of manpower in […]
PTI urges ‘domestic ceasefire’ amid efforts to end US-Iran conflict
Lauding the government’s mediation efforts to broker temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan on Tuesday urged the incumbent rulers to reach the similar agreement with the opposition, calling it a “domestic ceasefire”. Islamabad emerged as a key mediator in the US-Iran war after Prime Minister Shehbaz […]
Bilawal remained active during US-Iran negotiations: Sindh CM
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah said that Iran and the United States trusted Pakistan and arrived in Islamabad for talks. Speaking to the media, Murad Ali Shah said that forces which were not ready to engage in dialogue were brought to the negotiation table. He added that this was made possible through the efforts […]
Fresh from conflict, Pakistan plays ‘peacemaker’ in US-Iran talks
As the clock ticked down to US President Donald Trump’s deadline to destroy Iran’s civilisation last week, hope emerged from an unlikely corner, with Pakistan’s prime minister first seeking — and within hours securing — a two-week ceasefire between the warring sides. Now, with a round of talks concluded in Islamabad and frantic negotiations underway […]