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Could billions in frozen Iranian assets help the US unlock a deal?

Ahead of US-Iran negotiations in Islamabad on Friday, a top demand from Tehran will likely be the unlocking of its frozen assets abroad. Trump will have to consider handing back the fortune he once locked away.

Euronews

'We don't trust Pakistan': Israeli ambassador ahead of Iran-US peace negotiations in Islamabad

Israeli ambassador to India Reuven Azar on Thursday expressed distrust in Pakistan, calling it a country that "sponsors terrorism" ahead of the US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad.

The Times of India

Pakistan seeks end to own war while mediating peace talks between US and Iran

Mediator China says Islamabad and Kabul agree to not take actions that may ‘escalate or complicate the situation’

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Peace talks in doubt? Iran envoy says going to Pakistan for peace talk, later deletes post

The fragile ceasefire diplomacy in the Middle East appeared on shaky grounds after Iran’s envoy to Pakistan briefly announced the arrival of a negotiating team in Islamabad, only to delete the post minutes later, fuelling questions over timing and coordination ahead of crucial talks with the United States.

The Times of India

No ‘Dalali’, no voice: Jaishankar’s snark can’t steal Islamabad’s ceasefire limelight

Israel has bombed Lebanon despite a temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran, putting a fragile Pakistan-brokered truce in West Asia at risk. After the no-holds-barred Israeli bombing that killed over 100 people, Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz once more.

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Vice president J D Vance will lead US team for truce talks with Iran in Pakistan: White House

Vice President JD Vance will lead a US delegation to Pakistan this weekend for mediated talks with Iran, aiming to secure a permanent ceasefire. The discussions in Islamabad follow a two-week truce, with the White House emphasizing the need for the Strait of Hormuz to remain open. Lebanon is not…

The Times of India

How Pakistan secured ‘biggest diplomatic win in years’ with Iran ceasefire

Analysts say Pakistani officials’ efforts led to breakthrough that has helped avert catastrophe, at least for now

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US desperate for ceasefire? Trump forced Pakistan to broker temporary truce with Iran

For weeks, the Trump administration relied on Pakistan to act as an intermediary, urging it to persuade Iran to agree to a pause in hostilities that would allow the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Islamabad’s role as a Muslim-majority neighbour was seen as key to making the proposal acceptable…

The Times of India

The Iran crisis is far from over – instead we are entering a new and uncertain phase

The ceasefire is welcome but fragile. Friday’s talks in Islamabad must address Iran’s nuclear programme and avoid sidelining the rest of the region, says Sanam Vakil of Chatham House

The Guardian - UK

Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt and Saudi Arabia emerge as a new regional power bloc amid Iran war

Pakistan’s prime minister, Shehbaz Sharif, announced that a two-week ceasefire had been agreed between the US and Iran in the early hours of April 8. Delegates from both sides are expected to attend further talks in the Pakistani capital of Islamabad on Friday.

The Conversation

Iran Ceasefire: Why and How Pakistan Emerged as a Crucial Mediator in Trump's Deal

Explore how Pakistan emerged as a key mediator in the US-Iran ceasefire talks, highlighting its strategic diplomacy and historical ties with Iran.

International Business Times UK

How Pakistan deployed ‘flattery as foreign policy’ to broker US-Iran ceasefire

ANALYSIS: A hastily brokered truce allows both Washington and Tehran to claim victory and enables Donald Trump to climb down the escalatory ladder. But can Islamabad deliver lasting peace? Shweta Sharma reports

The Independent UK

From the brink to a breather: Trump's Iran pivot buys time, not trust

The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire. This pause follows days of escalating strikes and threats. Pakistan played a key role in brokering the truce. Talks are scheduled for Friday in Islamabad. The agreement aims to de-escalate tensions and open a path for diplomacy. Global oil…

The Times of India

US-Iran 2-week ceasefire: What’s in Tehran’s 10-point proposal to end the war

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council announced that it has agreed to a two-week ceasefire in the ongoing conflict, with talks set to begin with the United States in Islamabad on Friday. US President Donald Trump has stepped back from earlier threats to expand attacks on Iran, saying this depends on…

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Pakistan senator says UAE ‘helpless’ amid $3.5 billion loan repayment; warns 'don't land up as part of Akhand Bharat'

Pakistan is repaying a $3.5 billion loan to the UAE, citing the ally's "need and helplessness" amid regional conflicts and financial commitments. Senator Mushahid Hussain highlighted historical ties and Pakistan's role in the UAE's development. He also cautioned Islamabad about the UAE's significant Indian population, warning against potential integration into…

The Times of India

'Bragging about capabilities they don't have': Ex-Pentagon official ridicules Pakistan's Iran war mediation push

A former Pentagon official has mocked Pakistan’s military credibility amid rising tensions around the Iran conflict, dismissing suggestions that Islamabad could play any meaningful role in potential US operations. Michael Rubin said Pakistan was prone to exaggerating its capabilities, describing it as “10 out of 10 in fantasy” when it…

The Times of India

Pakistan asks Taliban to declare TTP a terror outfit, dismantle network to ease border tensions

Pakistan has formally demanded Afghanistan's Taliban administration declare the TTP a terrorist group, dismantle its infrastructure, and provide verifiable proof of action. These demands, conveyed during China-brokered talks in Urumqi, are central to Pakistan's stance amid ongoing border tensions and security concerns. While dialogue continues, Pakistan emphasizes no policy shift,…

The Times of India

'We will take it to Kolkata': Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif warns India of strikes in 'future misadventures'

Pakistan’s defence minister Khawaja Asif on Saturday said that Islamabad would retaliate with a strike on Kolkata in the event of any “future misadventure” by India.

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Ceasefire Negotiations In Iran War Reportedly Reach Dead End As Tehran Refuses To Meet U.S. Counterparts, Calling Demands Unacceptable

Negotiations to reach a ceasefire in Iran have reached a dead end after Tehran officials called U.S. demands unacceptable and conveyed that they won't meet with Washington counterparts in Islamabad in the coming days, according to a new report.

The Times of India

Why Pakistan’s bid to broker US-Iran peace fell apart

Efforts led by Pakistan to broker peace between Iran and the United States have faltered. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, Tehran has formally informed mediators that it will not attend proposed talks with American officials in Islamabad. Iranian officials have also rejected Washington’s conditions outright, calling…

The Independent UK

Pakistanis face unprecedented fuel price rise of up to 54% as global oil price spikes

Pakistanis are facing record fuel price increases as petrol and diesel prices surge by up to 54%

The Times of India

Balochistan, Afghanistan, Iran: Is Pakistan running out of strategic room

Pakistan faces a strategic crossroads, caught between alliances and regional conflicts. Past involvements in foreign wars, driven by external powers, have led to domestic instability and blowback. Now, a new defence pact with Saudi Arabia and escalating conflict with Afghanistan highlight the nation's struggle to balance relevance with long-term stability,…

The Guardian - UK

Pakistan and China propose five-part peace plan for Middle East

Foreign ministers Ishaq Dar and Wang Yi met in Beijing as Pakistan pushes for peacemaker role

The Guardian - UK

Islamabad talks signal emergence of new four-nation bloc in Middle East

Unlikely grouping of Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey steps up efforts to broker ceasefire and curb dominance of Iran and Israel

The Independent UK

Why Pakistan’s ambitious bid to mediate in the Iran-US war could ‘backfire’

Islamabad is making a high-stakes mediation attempt to settle the world’s most consequential conflict. Success will elevate its global standing but failure may prove costly, analysts tell Shweta Sharma

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