ISLAMABAD: Jane Marriott on Wednesday lauded Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts in facilitating dialogue between the United States and Iran, during a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
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According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pakistan, the two sides held detailed discussions on the evolving regional situation, with Dar highlighting Islamabad’s continued engagement to promote dialogue and peaceful conflict resolution. He underscored that diplomacy remains the only viable path forward amid rising tensions.
The British envoy appreciated Pakistan’s role in bringing Washington and Tehran to the negotiating table, describing it as a constructive contribution toward regional stability. Her remarks reflect growing international recognition of Pakistan’s diplomatic positioning during the ongoing crisis.
Over recent weeks, Pakistan has emerged as a key intermediary in the high-stakes standoff involving the United States, Iran, and Israel. Officials and policymakers from multiple countries — including Saudi Arabia, China, Turkey, and Central Asian states — have acknowledged Islamabad’s efforts in facilitating ceasefire negotiations and encouraging dialogue.
The diplomatic momentum follows a period of intense conflict, during which US and Iranian negotiators held initial talks in Islamabad after a ceasefire brokered by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The truce was later extended by Donald Trump at the request of Pakistani leadership, including Field Marshal Asim Munir, to allow further diplomatic engagement.
Sources familiar with the negotiations revealed that during earlier discussions, the US proposed a long-term suspension of Iran’s nuclear programme for up to 20 years, while Tehran suggested a shorter timeframe of three to five years — highlighting the gap that negotiators are seeking to bridge in upcoming talks.
As uncertainty persists over the next round of negotiations, Pakistan continues to position itself as an “honest broker,” advocating de-escalation and a negotiated settlement to prevent further regional instability.
