Iran Open to Mediation Talks in Pakistan Amidst Ongoing Conflict
‘Never refused to go to Islamabad’: Iran expresses openness to mediation talks with US in Pakistan
Hindustan Times
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Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed the country's willingness to engage in mediation talks in Islamabad, countering claims of a stalled initiative. Pakistan's foreign office also dismissed reports suggesting a lack of Iranian response, emphasizing ongoing diplomatic efforts for peace amidst the ongoing conflict involving the US and Israel.
- 01Iran's Foreign Minister asserts the country has never refused mediation talks in Islamabad.
- 02Reports of stalled peace talks have been labeled as baseless by Pakistan's foreign office.
- 03Pakistan is actively pursuing a ceasefire between the US, Israel, and Iran.
- 04The ongoing conflict has escalated since February 28, affecting numerous sites in Iran.
- 05Iran has retaliated against attacks, disrupting energy supply chains in the region.
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Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the country has never declined mediation talks in Islamabad, responding to reports suggesting that the initiative for peace talks had stalled. He emphasized the misrepresentation of Iran's position in US media and expressed gratitude for Pakistan's efforts. Meanwhile, Pakistan's foreign office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi refuted claims of a slowdown in talks, labeling them as 'baseless.' Pakistan is actively working to broker a ceasefire between the US, Israel, and Iran, following a five-point peace plan discussed with Saudi Arabia and China. The conflict, which intensified after joint US-Israel strikes on February 28, has resulted in significant damage in Iran and retaliatory actions from the Iranian side, impacting energy supply chains in the Gulf region.
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The ongoing conflict and diplomatic efforts may affect regional stability and security, impacting citizens in both Iran and neighboring countries.
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