The diplomatic efforts surrounding the Islamabad summit have been severely undermined by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which has vetoed the proposed negotiations known as the 'Islamabad Process.' Abdollah Haji Sadeghi, a senior IRGC representative, stated that no talks would occur until the U.S. admits defeat, framing Iran as a victorious power unwilling to concede to external pressures. This hardline position exposes a disconnect between the narratives presented by Pakistan's civil-military leadership and the realities on the ground. Despite preparations for a significant diplomatic engagement, the IRGC's refusal to participate has revealed that Iran was never truly committed to the process. As the ceasefire approaches its expiration, the IRGC's rhetoric signals a potential escalation, testing the resolve of the U.S. and its allies amid ongoing tensions. The anticipated peace deal now appears to be collapsing, leaving the international community to reassess the dynamics of U.S.-Iran relations and Pakistan's role as a mediator.