Pakistan announced on Sunday its readiness to organize significant discussions to resolve the conflict involving Iran in the near future, despite previous allegations from Tehran accusing the United States of planning a ground assault while simultaneously seeking diplomatic talks. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar expressed optimism following discussions among regional foreign ministers, highlighting the potential for early and lasting resolution of the regional conflict and potential talks between the U.S. and Iran in Islamabad.
Dar stated, “Pakistan is willing to host and support substantial dialogues between the two parties in the upcoming days to achieve a comprehensive and enduring resolution to the ongoing conflict.” However, it remains uncertain whether both the U.S. and Iran have agreed to participate in the talks.
The United States, Israel, and Iran have presented challenging stances on the conditions required to end the conflict, complicating Pakistan’s efforts. Earlier, Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf criticized the U.S., alleging mixed signals of negotiation while planning military actions, emphasizing Iran’s readiness to respond to any U.S. troop deployments.
Discussions held in Islamabad with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt primarily focused on proposals to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for shipping activities, sources familiar with the matter disclosed. Iran’s blockade of oil and gas shipments through the strait since the conflict’s inception has had significant global economic repercussions, with concerns raised about food and energy security and supply chains.
As the conflict entered its second month, Israel conducted numerous airstrikes targeting central and western Iran, resulting in casualties and damages. The conflict has had a devastating impact across the Middle East, with various countries affected by the escalating violence. Amidst escalating tensions, the arrival of U.S. marines in the region and the prospects of further military actions have raised concerns about the conflict’s prolonged nature and its implications on global stability.