Iran MP Questions Pakistan Mediation Role
An Iranian lawmaker has questioned Pakistan’s credibility as a mediator in efforts to revive talks between Iran and the United States, even as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held fresh discussions in Islamabad.
Iranian Lawmaker Questions Pakistan Neutrality
Iranian MP Ebrahim Rezaei reportedly said Pakistan was not a suitable intermediary because it often takes the United States’ interests into account. His remarks have raised doubts over Islamabad’s ability to present itself as a neutral diplomatic bridge between Tehran and Washington.
The criticism comes at a sensitive moment, with Pakistan trying to position itself as a regional mediator in the wider Iran-US crisis.
Araghchi Holds Talks In Islamabad
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visited Islamabad for talks with Pakistani officials as both sides explored ways to keep diplomatic channels open. The discussions came after earlier mediation efforts failed to produce a clear breakthrough.
Pakistan has maintained that dialogue remains necessary to prevent further escalation. However, Rezaei’s remarks show that sections within Iran remain sceptical of Islamabad’s role and its closeness to Washington.
US-Iran Talks Face Fresh Uncertainty
The diplomatic process has already faced setbacks after US President Donald Trump cancelled a planned visit by envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan. Trump later said Iran could call the United States directly if it wanted to talk.
The latest criticism from Tehran adds another complication to Pakistan’s mediation push. While Islamabad wants to project itself as a peace broker, questions over neutrality may weaken its credibility in any future Iran-US talks.
