Pakistan is emerging as a possible mediator in efforts to negotiate an end to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, according to multiple media reports.
Reports by the Financial Times and Axios suggest Islamabad has offered to host talks between senior officials from the United States and Iran, positioning its capital Islamabad as a potential venue for discussions.
While neither Washington nor Tehran has officially confirmed such plans, analysts say Pakistan’s involvement would not be unexpected given its diplomatic ties with both sides.
Pakistan maintains close relations with Iran and has also developed warm ties with the administration of US President Donald Trump during his second term.
The country’s army chief Asif Munir held meetings with Trump in June and September last year, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif joining the latter visit.
Pakistan has also backed Trump on the global stage, nominating him for the Nobel Peace Prize in June and October for his role in mediating tensions with India, a move that strengthened ties with the US administration.
Despite the growing speculation, officials caution that no formal mediation process has yet been announced.
With inputs from BBC