A recent intelligence assessment indicates that Iran is shifting its diplomatic strategy following unsuccessful negotiations in Islamabad with Pakistan. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expanding outreach to multiple global players, moving away from reliance on Pakistan as a mediator in its discussions with the United States. The breakdown of talks is attributed to significant disagreements over security guarantees, control around the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran's nuclear program, exacerbated by the hardline influence of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The assessment criticizes Pakistan's role, suggesting that its leadership misjudged Iran's negotiating position and failed to adequately communicate Iran's demands to the U.S. As a result, Tehran is now looking to Russia for support, with Araghchi expected to meet President Vladimir Putin to discuss nuclear enrichment and regional security dynamics. Additionally, Iran is pursuing diplomatic engagements in the Gulf, including talks with Saudi Arabia and Qatar, aiming to create a regional security framework devoid of foreign military presence. This shift reflects Iran's strategy to secure guarantees from multiple power centers rather than depending on a single negotiation track.