Pakistan offers to host US-Iran talks to ease regional conflict

Pakistan has offered to host talks between the United States and Iran as part of efforts to help end the ongoing regional conflict, with officials emphasising that the timing of any negotiations will be determined by the two parties themselves.

In a statement on Thursday, April 2, Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that Islamabad is ready to facilitate dialogue between Washington and Tehran, though no dates have been set for potential talks.

Speaking at a news conference, ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said the decision on when negotiations might begin rests entirely with the United States and Iran. He stressed that Pakistan’s role would be to provide a venue and support for discussions once both sides agree to engage.

Andrabi expressed optimism about the prospects for a peaceful resolution, underscoring Islamabad’s willingness to contribute constructively to diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalation.

“Both Iran and the U.S. have expressed their confidence in Pakistan to facilitate these talks,” he said. “We will be honoured to host and facilitate these talks between the two sides in the coming days for a comprehensive and lasting settlement of the ongoing conflict.”

By Tamilla Hasanova