Pakistan military chief arrives in Iran for talks Pakistan's army chief has arrived in Iran in a renewed effort to mediate a peace deal to end the conflict. AAP · May 22
Top Pakistani Official Travels To Tehran Seeking To Reach Deal With U.S. Pakistani Field Marshal Asim Munir is set to meet with Iranian officials in Tehran in a new effort to reach a deal to begin a process aimed at ending the war with the U.S. and Israel. International Business Times · May 22
Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir leaves for Tehran amidst efforts to end US-Iran war His second visit to Tehran in little more than a month comes after progress was reported in talks held by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who has been in Iran since Wednesday, with top Iranian leadership, including twice with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, according to sources. The Economic Times · May 22
Qatar sends mediators to Tehran in sign talks to reopen strait of Hormuz are reaching climax Iran has threatened to impose tolls on shipping, while US demands that Iran hand over its highly enriched uranium may be deferred. Is there an end in sight? The Guardian - UK · May 22
US-Iran war: Pak Army chief Munir’s visit to Tehran postponed ‘again’ In an unexpected turn of events, General Asim Munir, the Chief of the Pakistan Army, will not be heading to Tehran as planned for peace talks. This delay stems from Iran's request for more time to reflect on a US proposal linked to nuclear concerns and wider regional tensions. The Times of India · May 22
US pins hopes on mediator Pakistan in push to end Iran war US Secretary of State Marco Rubio voiced hope of progress on ending the war with Iran, as he looked to Pakistani mediators to help advance efforts to strike an agreement. Beijing did however, announce that Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will travel on Saturday to China, which has also been… The Economic Times · May 22
Pakistan: A grim shadow falls on Asim Munir's moment in the sun A leaked diplomatic cable reveals US pressure on Pakistan to remove former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The document suggests a no-confidence vote would lead to US forgiveness. This revelation casts a shadow on Army Chief Asim Munir's international standing. It validates Khan's claims of foreign interference and undermines the current… The Economic Times · May 18
Imran Khan-linked ‘Cyphergate’ Row hits Pakistan: US' role confirmed in his ouster? Secret cipher says 'All will be forgiven in Washington.' Imran Khan cipher case: A leaked Pakistani diplomatic cable has resurfaced, reigniting claims of a foreign conspiracy behind Imran Khan's removal. The document suggests US displeasure over Pakistan's neutral stance on the Russia-Ukraine war. It reportedly details a meeting where US official Donald Lu hinted at improved relations if Khan… The Economic Times · May 18
Backyard snake now a noose? Back-to-back attacks tarnish Pak army’s reputation Media attention on Pakistan owing to its hosting of the US-Iran peace talks notwithstanding, a report said that the country’s military is “shockingly losing to militants it once nurtured,” after India's western neighbour topped the Global Terrorism Index 2026. The Times of India · May 17
Oops!... Pakistan did it again: The 'deny, deflect, get caught' pattern repeats Pakistan's history of 'oops' moments, from allegedly harboring Iranian aircraft to denying terrorist camps, has eroded its credibility on the global stage. Decades of strategic ambiguity and carefully calibrated deniability have created a trust deficit, making its diplomatic assurances met with skepticism and every crisis a potential international embarrassment. The Times of India · May 13
Asim Munir's ceasefire claim on Operation Sindoor falls apart as US lobbying records contradict Pakistan Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir stated India sought US mediation for a ceasefire after Operation Sindoor. This claim contrasts with US lobbying records. These documents reveal Pakistan's extensive engagement with American officials during the same period. India launched Operation Sindoor following a terror attack. The operation targeted terror infrastructure. The Times of India · May 11
Asim Munir calls 2025 conflict 'battle of two ideologies' Following India's strong warning, Pakistan's Army Chief declared the recent conflict a battle of ideologies, claiming victory. He asserted Pakistan's strategy was superior, framing the outcome as truth triumphing over falsehood. Meanwhile, a Pakistani minister's statement highlighting the Prime Minister and Army Chief's leadership drew public criticism, underscoring the military's… The Times of India · May 10
How Pakistan became the primary mediator between the US and Iran Pakistan has emerged as a central diplomatic broker in the conflict between the US and Iran. When announcing a pause to the US operation to guide stranded vessels through the Strait of Hormuz on May 6, Donald Trump said he had made the decision “based on the request of Pakistan”. The Conversation · May 7
'Our bill has reached $800 million': Shehbaz Sharif says US-Iran war causing major economic blow to Pakistan Pakistan's economy has been severely impacted by the US-Iran war, with oil import bills skyrocketing and economic progress stalling. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that Islamabad will continue its efforts to mediate and restore peace in West Asia, highlighting recent diplomatic breakthroughs and planned future talks. The Times of India · Apr 30
The Times of India · Apr 25 ‘Pakistan remains committed’: Shehbaz Sharif after second round of US-Iran talks not held Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday said he spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian after Islamabad’s attempt to broker a second round of talks between the United States and Iran fell through.
International Business Times · Apr 25 Irani Won't Meet Directly With U.S. Officials In Pakistan, FM Spokesperson Says Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has met with Pakistani leaders on Saturday but won't engage with U.S. negotiators, according to his spokesperson.
The Independent UK · Apr 25 Uncertainty clouds US-Iran talks as Iran’s top diplomat arrives in Pakistan JD Vance who led first round of talks remains absent - but on ‘stand by’
Euronews · Apr 25 Trump cancels US negotiators' trip to Pakistan for Iran talks as Araghchi departs Islamabad US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were expected to arrive in Pakistan on Saturday to conduct a second round of peace talks between the US and Iran.
The Independent UK · Apr 25 The Latest: Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran's foreign minister The White House says President Donald Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan to take part in a new round of talks with Iran
The Times of India · Apr 22 ‘Ceasefire not open-ended’: Trump gives Iran ‘another three to five days’ to come up with unified proposal President Trump has reportedly given Iran a narrow three-to-five-day window to present a unified negotiation proposal. This limited ceasefire extension, requested by Pakistani leaders, aims to push Tehran to consolidate its position before Washington determines its next steps. The White House also announced Vice President Vance's trip to Pakistan for…
Euronews · Apr 22 Iran seizes two cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz after three vessels fired on The tanker seizures come after US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran was being indefinitely extended at the request of mediator Pakistan.
The Times of India · Apr 22 ‘No deal if Hormuz reopens’: Trump extends ceasefire, claims Iran losing $500 million a day President Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran, maintaining a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. He stated Iran is suffering significant financial losses and must present a unified proposal for talks to advance. This decision followed a request from Pakistan's military chief and Prime Minister.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 20 Pakistan seeks to raise its global standing in push for Middle East peace Islamabad has seized chance to act as mediator in Iran war and hopes to reap diplomatic and economic benefits
The Times of India · Apr 20 'Blockade of Iran ports hurdle to peace talks': Pak army chief Asim Munir tells Trump; how US prez reacted Pakistan Field Marshal Asim Munir has told US President Donald Trump that the blockade of Iranian ports is a major hurdle to reviving talks with Tehran, a Pakistani security source told news agency Reuters. As per the report Trump said that he would “consider” the Pakistani Field Marshal's advice.
The Times of India · Apr 20 ‘Betrayed diplomacy’: Iran President Pezeshkian flags US 'bullying' in call to Pak PM Sharif Iran's President Pezeshkian rejected a second round of US peace talks, citing "bullying" and "unreasonable behaviour" during negotiations. He warned of increased suspicion and potential "betrayal of diplomacy" due to US actions and rhetoric. Tehran blamed Washington for excessive demands and "constant contradictions," highlighting ongoing naval incidents as obstacles to…