Pakistan Invited to Mediate High-Stakes Talks Between USA and Iran

Pakistan has officially confirmed its participation in upcoming high-level negotiations between the United States and Iran. This development marks a significant diplomatic shift as regional powers step in to de-escalate rising tensions between Washington and Tehran.

Pakistan Confirms Invitation

Tahir Andrabi, spokesperson for Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry, confirmed to BBC Urdu that the country has received a formal invitation to join the dialogue. While the final delegation is yet to be announced, sources within the Prime Minister’s office suggest that Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar is likely to represent Pakistan at the summit.

Venue and Agenda: Turkey to Host

According to an Arab official speaking to AFP, the crucial meeting is expected to take place this Friday in Turkey.

The primary objectives of the talks, as reported by Reuters, include:

• Preventing direct military confrontation between the US and Iran.

• Reducing regional volatility through diplomatic engagement.

• Establishing a communication channel to prevent future escalations.

A Multi-National Diplomatic Effort

Pakistan is not the only regional player invited to the table. In a bid to ensure a stable Middle East and South Asia, several other influential nations have been invited at the Foreign Minister level, including:

• Saudi Arabia

• Qatar

• Egypt

• Oman

• United Arab Emirates (UAE)

The inclusion of Pakistan highlights its strategic role in regional diplomacy, especially given its shared border with Iran and its long-standing security relationship with the United States.

---

Keywords: US Iran talks Pakistan mediation Turkey summit 2026 Ishaq Dar Donald Trump Iran diplomacy Middle East tension de-escalation Pakistan foreign policy US Iran relations regional powers meeting Tahir Andrabi BBC Urdu

About Author