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“Both Pakistan and Oman have been engaged in efforts for de-escalation after US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February resulted in a conflict that has now expanded further into the Middle East.”

“The ministers discussed the situation in Gulf as well, he said, adding that “Pakistan remained committed to contributing constructively to diplomatic efforts aimed at promoting peace and stability in the region”.”

“Speaking at the outset of the 8th session of the Pakistan-Oman Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC), Dar said the two had “worked out” certain areas of bilateral interest and discussed global issues in detail, including the US-Iran war, the situation in the…”

“Iran and the United States were at the centre of intense diplomatic activity.”

“The United States and Iran have engaged in hours of indirect talks through mediators on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, but accounts differed over whether officials from the two countries met directly.”

“• As Islamabad presses Washington and Tehran to return to talks, Trump reveals ‘three-hour meeting’ with Iranian delegation • US president hails PM Shehbaz as ‘terrific man’; diplomatic efforts win praise from UN chief • Dar joins counterparts from Turkiye,…”

“The R4 group, comprising Pakistan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye, emerged in March and has been focusing on regional security and mediation efforts between the United States and Iran.”

“The R-4 group, which comprises Pakistan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye, emerged in March and has been focusing on regional security and mediation efforts between the United States and Iran.”

“It added that the premier would highlight Pakistan’s “active diplomatic and mediation efforts for eliminating tensions in the region and promoting peace and stability, while also presenting Pakistan’s priorities on key global issues, including sustainable…”

“Barrot, meanwhile, appreciated Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts for peace and stability in the region.”

“While there is still little information on what might be discussed, the meetings come amid a flurry of diplomatic activity to deal with a new escalation between the United States and Iran.”

“The inflexible Iranian response has thrown a challenge for Pakistan, which has sought to revive negotiations between Washington and Tehran after an earlier diplomatic breakthrough failed to produce a lasting settlement.”

“Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Monday highlighted Pakistan’s mediation efforts between the United States and Iran, affirming that Islamabad “never gave up”.”

“WASHINGTON (AP) — For the 31st time as secretary of state, Marco Rubio has left on a trip abroad, flying to Uzbekistan and later India amid rumblings that America’s top diplomat is ignoring pressing matters in favor of politically safer visits and meetings.”

“Leaders from across Asia and the Middle East including in-conflict countries met in Baku on Thursday to address their differences — leading to tense moments — but also to explore ways in which they can work together in the fast-evolving global climate of…”

“Referring to remarks by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi that its ‘Operation Sindoor’ was still ongoing, Bilawal said: “It means that India is still sponsoring terrorist incidents in Pakistan, sometimes in the form of TTP (Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan) and…”

“The Israel-Iran war in June 2025 and subsequent direct US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities presented Pakistan with another delicate diplomatic challenge.”

“Assessing Pakistan’s stint on the Security Council, from 2025 to 2026, he discussed the major international crises and diplomatic initiatives that marked his tenure.”

“The meeting between the two leaders came days after Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited Tehran for talks with Iranian leaders and officials, seeking to revive Islamabad’s diplomatic efforts to ease tensions between Iran and the U.S. amid a…”

“Greek FM George Gerapetritis, in a separate meeting with Dar, “appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting regional peace and stability, as well as its growing diplomatic engagement on the international stage”, FO said.”

“… General Assembly's annual debate Tuesday, with some of Washington's most important regional partners arriving in New York facing a question: What will the region look like after months of war with Iran, renewed Houthi attacks and an uncertain future for…”

“Naqvi’s visit to Tehran comes as Pakistan continues its diplomatic efforts to rescue the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in July between the United States and Iran and intended to end the conflict that began with US-Israeli attacks on Iran…”

“Dar’s early arrival will allow Pakistan to prepare for a week of intensive diplomatic activity, as world leaders gather in New York amid the continuing war involving the United States, Israel and Iran, an escalating conflict in Yemen and growing tensions…”

““On the sidelines of the UN session, he is expected to hold bilateral meetings with world leaders and participate in high-level events,” the FO said.”

“The close call exposes the fatal strategic rot inside the “Mecca Pact” — Riyadh’s reliance on Pakistan, Turkey, and Qatar for regional security.”

“Reuters, citing five Yemeni military sources and intercepted communications, reported that Iran’s Revolutionary Guards directed the coastal campaign; Tehran denies it.”

“U.S. expended $22.3 billion worth of munitions in Iran war's first 4 months, watchdog finds The Defense Department's inspector general released estimates Monday on the cost of the Iran war in its first four months, tallying up the cost of expended munitions,…”

“India and Pakistan joined the group in 2017.”

“Pakistan sees momentum to reopen Strait of Hormuz, but says only Iran and U.S. can make the decision Pakistan's government voiced optimism Thursday about an emerging proposal from Iran and Oman to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to shipping traffic, touting…”