Islamabad frontrunner to host US-Iran talks
The resumption of the talks is part of ongoing efforts to keep the diplomatic process on track and resolve longstanding disputes between Washington and Tehran.
Anwar Iqbal
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Pakistan calls for stronger mediation efforts to prevent conflicts
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Islamabad stays in frame for US-Iran deal signing
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China, Russia veto UN resolution to reopen Strait of Hormuz
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Why is Pakistan suddenly central to US‑Iran diplomacy?
Over the past week, several global publications have reported that Islamabad has actively offered itself as a mediator in the escalating US-Israel confrontation with Iran.