Pakistan mediates Iran–US standoff, says fair agreement possible

Islamabad-(Mudassar Iqbal/Web Desk)-Pakistan has expressed cautious optimism that a “fair deal” between Iran and the United States could still be achieved, despite ongoing tensions and a prolonged diplomatic stalemate.

According to officials familiar with the matter, Islamabad has been quietly engaging with both Tehran and Washington in an effort to ease mistrust and encourage dialogue. While formal negotiations remain stalled, Pakistani interlocutors believe there is still enough common ground to revive talks.

The Iran–US relationship has been strained for years, largely due to disagreements over Tehran’s nuclear programme, sanctions, and regional security concerns. Efforts to restore a comprehensive agreement have repeatedly faltered, with both sides maintaining firm positions on key issues.

Pakistan’s role as a mediator is seen as part of its broader diplomatic strategy to promote regional stability and reduce tensions that could spill over into neighboring countries. Officials say recent backchannel communications have been “constructive,” though no breakthrough has yet been confirmed.

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Analysts caution that significant obstacles remain, including deep political distrust and shifting geopolitical priorities. However, Pakistan’s assessment that a deal is “within reach” suggests that diplomatic avenues are still open.

For now, observers say the coming weeks will be critical in determining whether quiet mediation efforts can translate into formal negotiations and, ultimately, a renewed agreement.

Earlier,

Pakistan-Iran flights resume after 60-day suspension,

Air travel between Pakistan and Iran has resumed after a 60-day suspension, marking a step towards restoring normal connectivity between the two countries.

A commercial passenger flight from Tehran landed in Islamabad on Thursday, the first such service since operations were halted two months after US and Israel launched strikes against the Islamic Republic on February 28.

The aircraft carried passengers from the Iranian capital, signalling the restart of regular air links.

Officials said the resumption includes both arrivals and departures on the Tehran-Islamabad route, allowing travellers to move between the two capitals once again.