Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Islamabad was prepared to host negotiations to stop the US-Israeli war with Iran, after mounting speculation it could act as a mediator.
"Pakistan welcomes and fully supports ongoing efforts to pursue dialogue to end the war in the Middle East, in the interest of peace and stability in the region and beyond," he wrote on X on Tuesday.
"Subject to concurrence by the US and Iran, Pakistan stands ready and honoured to be the host to facilitate meaningful and conclusive talks for a comprehensive settlement of the ongoing conflict."
Islamabad offers a venue for peace talks
Pakistan is positioning itself as a central mediator in the crisis, with reports suggesting Islamabad may host a summit later this week aimed at brokering a truce.
The proposed talks could bring together senior figures, including US Vice President JD Vance and Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also spoke with Araghchi, with both sides emphasising the need for dialogue to ensure regional stability and agreeing to remain in close contact as the situation evolves.
