Pakistan Offers to Host Talks as US–Iran Diplomacy Gains Momentum

Turkey, Egypt and Pakistan are leading renewed diplomatic efforts to broker a ceasefire between the United States and Iran as the conflict approaches its fourth week.

According to a report by The Washington Post, the three countries have been acting as intermediaries in indirect talks between Steve Witkoff and Abbas Araghchi. The discussions have involved a series of calls over several days, with mediators urging both sides to de-escalate.

Oman is also said to be participating in the diplomatic push. The Gulf state previously facilitated nuclear negotiations between Washington and Tehran before hostilities began.

Separately, CNN reported that Pakistan has offered to host direct negotiations. A proposal is under consideration for a meeting in Islamabad later this week, which could be attended by JD Vance.

Sources cited by CNN indicated that Washington has conveyed a 15-point framework outlining its expectations to Tehran through Pakistani channels. It remains unclear whether Iran has accepted any of the terms.

Diplomatic activity increased after Donald Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum demanding that Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face potential strikes on its energy infrastructure. Tehran responded by warning it could fully close the route and target companies linked to the United States.

Planned US strikes were later delayed, with Washington citing progress in talks—an assertion disputed by Iranian officials.

Meanwhile, Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Ankara would continue efforts to support a negotiated settlement. He noted that the conflict has disrupted Turkey’s economy and contributed to rising global energy prices.