Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator between the US and Iran, playing a crucial role in brokering the two-week ceasefire agreement and working with both camps, as well as regional powers, to end the war. Islamabad has ties to Tehran and Washington and is set to hold talks this weekend.
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Pakistan plays major role trying to mediate an end to Iran war
France 24
April 09, 2026
06:12 GMT
Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator between the US and Iran, playing a crucial role in brokering the two-week ceasefire agreement and working with both camps, as well as regional powers, to end the war. Islamabad has ties to Tehran and Washington and is set to hold talks this weekend.
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