ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s foreign ministry said Thursday the country’s leaders were still engaged in mediation efforts to end the US-Iran war despite a surge in conflict, calling for a “negotiated settlement”.
“It is hard to be an optimist in the new exchange of hostilities. We haven’t lost hope, we remain engaged,” foreign ministry spokesman Tahir Andrabi told journalists.
“Let’s not draw curtains on Pakistan’s mediation approach,” he added.
The United States launched fresh attacks against Iran on Thursday, prompting Tehran to retaliate, as US leaders accused their counterparts of dragging out negotiations for a deal to end the three-month war.
“Pakistan remains deeply concerned at the situation in the region marked by recent escalation,” Andrabi said.
“We are of the view that diplomacy and dialogue should be the guiding principles for achieving a negotiated settlement of all contentious issues.”
He added that Pakistan’s interior minister had returned from a visit to Tehran in recent days, confirming he had given a message and letter from the prime minister to the Iranian leadership as part of the mediation efforts.
Pakistan has positioned itself as a key mediator between the United States and Iran, using its ties with both countries to encourage dialogue and de-escalation.
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“Pakistan, along with its regional and international partners, continues to undertake constructive diplomatic engagements aimed at supporting de-escalation, a ceasefire and the broader pursuit of stability in the region. Our efforts in this regard continue,” Tahir Andrabi added.
Islamabad facilitated contacts, supported ceasefire efforts, and hosted the high-level “Islamabad Talks” in April 2026, which brought US and Iranian officials together for their first major engagement in years.
Although no final agreement was reached, Pakistan continued shuttle diplomacy through senior officials, including visits to Tehran and consultations with regional partners.
Despite renewed fighting, Islamabad says it remains committed to mediation and believes diplomacy remains the best path to a negotiated settlement
