Pakistan has emerged as a key intermediary between Iran and the United States facilitating indirect talks aimed at easing tensions in the Gulf. Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed that messages are being exchanged between the two sides through Islamabad.

Pakistan’s leadership, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has maintained a neutral stance, condemning both US Israeli strikes and Iran’s retaliatory actions. Officials have consistently emphasized dialogue and diplomacy as the only path to regional stability according to Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi.

Experts note that Pakistan’s unique position maintaining strong ties with Iran, the United States, and regional powers like Saudi Arabia and Turkiye makes it well suited for mediation. Its historical and cultural links with Iran, along with strategic relations with Washington further strengthen this role.

Analysts say Pakistan’s neutrality is driven by economic and security concerns particularly its reliance on energy imports through the Strait of Hormuz. With regional stability at stake Islamabad is actively working to prevent escalation and promote peaceful resolution through diplomacy.