Iran’s ambassador highlights a decisive phase in Pakistan’s mediation as global tensions rise with looming ceasefire deadline.
ISLAMABAD: Iran’s ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, on Tuesday said Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts to help end the ongoing war have entered a “critical and sensitive stage,” signaling Tehran’s recognition of Islamabad’s role in mediation.
In a post on X, the Iranian envoy described Pakistan’s “positive and productive endeavours in Good Will and Good Office to stop the war” as approaching a decisive phase, urging followers to stay tuned for developments. He did not elaborate on specifics.
Pakistan has been engaged in shuttle diplomacy between Washington and Tehran to negotiate a ceasefire and curb active hostilities in the region. The remarks come as international pressure mounts for a resolution.
Earlier, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that backchannel talks involving Vice President J.D. Vance, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff are underway with Pakistani officials. The discussions center on the “Islamabad Accord,” a two-phase peace plan proposed by Islamabad that envisions an immediate halt to fighting and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, followed by a three-week negotiation toward a lasting settlement that addresses nuclear limits and sanctions relief.
While Trump called the proposal a “significant step,” he maintained that terms remain insufficient and reaffirmed a Tuesday night ceasefire deadline. The Pentagon has echoed the warning, with senior officials signaling readiness to escalate strikes if no progress is made, underscoring high stakes as global attention focuses on Pakistan’s mediation efforts.
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