Islamabad: Pakistan is positioning itself as a key mediator seeking to end the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, with officials indicating that a summit could take place in Islamabad later this week.
According to Foreign Ministry sources, a US delegation may arrive within days; however, Iran remains hesitant due to deep mistrust despite ongoing diplomatic outreach.
Meanwhile, reports suggest that US Vice President JD Vance, along with envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, may attend potential talks with Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
At the same time, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has held multiple conversations with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, emphasizing the urgent need for de-escalation, dialogue, and diplomacy.
Additionally, Pakistan, Türkiye, and Egypt have facilitated indirect communication between Washington and Tehran, signaling cautious progress toward negotiations.
Furthermore, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to stability after discussions with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
However, regional complexities persist as Islamabad balances ties with Saudi Arabia under a mutual defense pact while continuing engagement with Tehran.
Consequently, officials hope the proposed summit will build trust and create momentum toward ending hostilities, though uncertainty remains over Iran’s participation.
Observers note that sustained mediation could reshape regional diplomacy if all parties agree to meaningful dialogue and compromise in the coming days.
Still, success will depend on mutual trust, credible guarantees, and willingness from Washington, Tehran, and Tel Aviv to reduce tensions and prioritize long-term regional stability over confrontation and escalation risks going forward.
Analysts caution that delays could undermine fragile diplomatic momentum quickly.
