Pakistan’s position as an intermediary in talks between the United States and Iran has come under renewed scrutiny after a weekend of military escalation between the two adversaries.
Islamabad has sought to facilitate communication between Washington and Tehran, but fresh exchanges of strikes have cast doubt on claims that a ceasefire was holding. The escalation has complicated diplomatic efforts and raised questions about the durability of any agreement.
Pakistan maintains relations with both the United States and neighboring Iran, giving it a potential role as a back channel. Analysts note, however, that mediation efforts can be quickly overtaken when direct hostilities resume.
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