Indirect diplomacy intensifies as Washington and Tehran explore pathways to de-escalation through regional intermediaries.
ISLAMABAD/WASHINGTON/TEHRAN: The United States has delivered a 15-point proposal to Iran through Pakistan, signaling a renewed push for diplomacy as tensions persist across the Middle East, CNN reported.
According to the report, US officials transmitted the proposal via intermediaries, including Islamabad, in an effort to open a parallel diplomatic channel while military pressures continue in the region.
Iranian officials confirmed indirect contact with Washington but emphasized that the outreach originated from the United States. They reiterated that no direct negotiations are currently taking place.
“Mediation efforts are under way, and Iran is ready for dialogue,” officials said, while maintaining that discussions remain indirect and conditional.
Pakistan has positioned itself as a central intermediary, offering to host potential talks if both sides agree. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the country would be “honoured” to facilitate negotiations aimed at achieving a comprehensive settlement. The idea was later echoed by US President Donald Trump on his Truth Social platform.
Diplomatic engagement is also being conducted through other regional actors, including Turkey and Egypt, reflecting a multi-channel approach to easing tensions.
While Washington has described the talks as “constructive,” Tehran has taken a firmer stance, demanding security guarantees, compensation and a halt to hostilities before entering formal negotiations.
The development underscores Pakistan’s growing diplomatic role, positioning it as a potential bridge between two long-standing adversaries at a critical moment in regional geopolitics.
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