Pakistan has called on the United States and Iran to stick to their ceasefire agreement after recent talks in Islamabad ended without a final deal. The discussions, hosted by Pakistan, were aimed at reducing tensions in the region but failed to produce a concrete agreement.
Ishaq Dar, who is also Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister, said it is “imperative” for both countries to honor their ceasefire commitments. He confirmed that Pakistan played an active role in mediating several rounds of intense negotiations between the two sides over the past 24 hours.
According to Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry, the talks were “constructive,” and both sides appreciated Pakistan’s efforts to bring them to the table. The country has also expressed its willingness to continue facilitating dialogue between the US and Iran in the future.
However, differences remain. The United States stated that no agreement was reached, while Iran accused Washington of making “unreasonable demands.” Key issues discussed during the talks included control over the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s nuclear rights, and rising tensions in Lebanon.
The situation in Lebanon has become a major point of conflict. Israel has reportedly maintained that its military actions in Lebanon are not part of the ceasefire, while Iran responded by taking steps affecting the Strait of Hormuz after Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets.
Despite the lack of a deal, Pakistan remains hopeful that continued dialogue will lead to lasting peace and stability in the region. Officials emphasized the importance of maintaining the ceasefire to prevent further escalation.
