Pakistan Steps Up Diplomatic Role to Ease U.S.–Iran Conflict

Pakistan has stepped into a pivotal diplomatic role in the ongoing Gulf conflict, delivering a proposal from the United States to Iran as efforts to de-escalate tensions. 

According to a senior Iranian official cited by Reuters, the message reportedly part of a broader U.S. peace framework was passed through Pakistani channels, with both Pakistan and Turkey now being considered as potential venues for indirect negotiations between Washington and Tehran. 

The proposal is believed to be part of a wider diplomatic push by the United States to end the escalating conflict, which has disrupted global oil markets and heightened military activity across the Gulf region. 

Reports indicate the plan may include demands such as limits on Iran’s nuclear programme, restrictions on missile development, and reduced support for regional armed groups in exchange for sanctions relief. 

Despite these backchannel efforts, Iran has publicly denied engaging in direct or indirect negotiations with the U.S., even as officials acknowledge that “friendly countries” like Pakistan and Turkey are facilitating communication.