Pak offers to host talks to end Iran conflict
Shehbaz Sharif has said Pakistan is ready to host negotiations aimed at ending the ongoing conflict involving Iran, signalling Islamabad’s intent to play a proactive diplomatic role amid rising regional tensions. In a post on X, Sharif said Pakistan would be “ready and honoured” to facilitate talks between Iran and the United States, subject to the agreement of both sides.
He stressed that any dialogue should be “meaningful and conclusive,” with the objective of reaching a comprehensive settlement to the crisis. Pakistan is among several countries advocating diplomatic engagement to ease tensions across the Middle East. The offer follows recent remarks by Donald Trump, who indicated that communication channels between Washington and Tehran remain open. Sharif’s proposal highlights Islamabad’s effort to position itself as a constructive intermediary at a time when the risk of escalation remains high. While there has been no official response from either Washington or Tehran, the move adds momentum to international calls for dialogue over confrontation.
Adding to the diplomatic activity, Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir held a conversation with President Trump on Sunday. This was followed by a call between Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, indicating increased engagement at multiple levels.
According to reports by the Financial Times and Axios, senior officials from Egypt, Pakistan, and Turkey have also been in touch with US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi. These exchanges are understood to involve efforts to pass messages and explore potential pathways toward de-escalation.
A US official, speaking on condition of anonymity, cautioned against premature conclusions, noting that the discussions remain sensitive and fluid. The official said that any formal negotiations would only be confirmed through official channels.
Meanwhile, Narendra Modi also spoke with President Trump earlier in the day, sharing perspectives on the West Asia situation. Modi reiterated India’s support for de-escalation and emphasized the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open, secure, and accessible for global commerce.
