Agencies | Srinagar :As escalating tensions in West Asia continue to reshape regional dynamics, Pakistan is positioning itself as a potential mediator in the ongoing US-Iran conflict—a move analysts view as both strategic and diplomatic.
According to top intelligence and diplomatic sources, Islamabad has intensified efforts to facilitate backchannel talks between the two sides. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has held high-level consultations with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir to explore possible diplomatic pathways.
The renewed push follows Dar’s recent visit to Riyadh, where he is believed to have conveyed messages from key regional stakeholders, including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkey. Pakistan is now offering itself as a “neutral venue” for dialogue, potentially hosting talks in Islamabad, in an attempt to shift diplomatic focus from traditional centres such as Oman and European capitals.
Field Marshal Asim Munir is reportedly playing a pivotal role in the initiative, engaging with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian while leveraging Pakistan’s ties with the United States and Gulf countries. His involvement signals what officials describe as a “fast-track” diplomatic effort aimed at building trust among all parties.
Simultaneously, Pakistan is coordinating with regional actors like Qatar and Oman, advocating dialogue and de-escalation as the only viable path forward.
Observers note that beyond peace facilitation, Islamabad’s initiative reflects a broader attempt to reassert its geopolitical significance at a time when global attention is focused on the volatile West Asian region.
