Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator in the escalating war between the US, Israel, and Iran, thanks to its warm relationship with US President Donald Trump and strong ties with Tehran.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed Islamabad's offer to the US and Iran, stating that Pakistan welcomes and fully supports ongoing efforts to pursue dialogue to end the war in the Middle East.
Pakistan has pitched Islamabad as a possible venue for talks between the Trump administration and Iran, and has held talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
The US has paused its attacks on Iranian energy sites for five days, and Iran has denied holding any form of talks or discussions with the Trump administration.
Pakistan's role in the mediation efforts is seen as a rare position in today's geopolitical climate, with the country emerging as a neutral mediator that could convey Iran's interests to the US and vice versa.
