TEHRAN: Iran has stated that Pakistan is currently serving as the only formal mediator in ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at securing a ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States, while other regional countries, including Qatar, continue to play supportive diplomatic roles.
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According to international media reports, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei made the remarks during a weekly press briefing in Tehran, where he discussed growing international diplomatic engagement over the escalating tensions involving Iran and the United States.
Baghaei said several countries had contacted Iran to express serious concern over what he described as a “war imposed by the United States,” adding that Tehran appreciated all diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing regional tensions.
However, he clarified that Pakistan was the only country currently acting as an “official mediator” between Tehran and Washington.
“Pakistan has remained continuously active in formal mediation and message delivery between Iran and the United States,” the Iranian spokesperson said.
He added that countries such as Qatar, which maintain positive relations with both Iran and the United States, continue to share suggestions and diplomatic viewpoints with Iranian officials from time to time, but official mediation and communication channels are being managed through Pakistan.
Reports published by Iranian news agency IRNA and several international media outlets also indicated that Pakistan has played an important role over recent weeks in facilitating the exchange of messages related to ceasefire negotiations between the two countries.
According to the reports, Iran’s newly proposed peace framework was also reportedly conveyed to the United States through Pakistani mediators.
Esmail Baghaei stated that Iran’s peace proposals include ending the conflict, restoring regional peace and stability, lifting sanctions, and recovering Iranian financial assets.
“We do not want to close the doors of diplomacy, but national interests will remain our top priority in any negotiations,” he said.
Meanwhile, Donald Trump reportedly criticized Iran’s latest peace proposal, calling it “unacceptable” and claiming that ceasefire negotiations were nearing collapse.
The latest developments come amid heightened regional tensions and growing international concern over the potential impact of continued confrontation between Iran and the United States on Middle Eastern stability and global security.
