Pakistan and Egypt have intensified their diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation of the conflict with Iran as US President Donald Trump’s deadline approaches. In the past 24 hours, both countries have held a series of calls and meetings aimed at de-escalating tensions and encouraging dialogue.
Pakistan has been acting as a key intermediary between Washington and Tehran. Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and other officials have relayed messages to Iran while engaging with counterparts from the US, Canada, Portugal, Japan, and the UK. Islamabad has also hosted high-level meetings with foreign ministers from Egypt, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia to promote dialogue.
Meanwhile, Egypt has been actively involved in diplomatic talks. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held discussions with US envoy Steve Witkoff, Pakistan’s Ishaq Dar, and Iraq’s foreign minister. Egypt emphasized the importance of negotiations to avoid a conflict that could have severe consequences for the region.
Iran has so far rejected ceasefire terms relayed through Pakistan. Instead, Tehran has called for a permanent end to the conflict, reconstruction efforts, lifting of sanctions, and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian ambassador to Pakistan said the mediation efforts are at a “critical and sensitive” stage.
Other countries are also seeking a peaceful resolution. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is in talks with Iran and the US to explore ways to reduce tensions.
The coming hours are crucial as the world watches closely. Pakistan and Egypt are striving to prevent a wider conflict. Their efforts show the importance of diplomacy and dialogue to maintain peace and stability in a region already facing serious challenges.
