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Pakistan Mediates Talks Between Iran and United States, Iranian Foreign Ministry Says

Iran says Pakistan is mediating talks between Tehran and Washington to reduce tensions and support regional stability.

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Pakistan mediates Tehran and Washington negotiations

Iranian Foreign Ministry says Pakistan is playing a mediation role in ongoing talks between Tehran and Washington.

May 18, 2026

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has confirmed that negotiations between Tehran and Washington are continuing through Pakistani mediation as part of efforts aimed at reducing tensions and promoting regional stability.

According to Iranian officials, the ongoing diplomatic engagement seeks to ease tensions between the two countries and explore possible paths toward lasting peace and stability in the region.

A spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry said Pakistan is playing a key intermediary role in facilitating communication between Tehran and Washington. Iranian officials added that both sides have exchanged views and responses regarding Tehran’s latest proposal, indicating continued diplomatic engagement despite serious disagreements.

The ministry further clarified that although major strategic and political differences between Iran and the United States remain unresolved, communication channels are still active. Tehran has reportedly received Washington’s response to Iran’s recent proposal, and senior Iranian leadership is currently reviewing the matter.

The confirmation highlights Pakistan’s growing diplomatic role in regional affairs at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions across the Middle East and South Asia. Analysts believe continued diplomatic engagement could help prevent further escalation and contribute to broader regional stability, even if major breakthroughs remain uncertain in the near future.

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