Pakistan says it played a key behind-the-scenes role in mediating a US–Iran agreement after more than 100 days of conflict, involving top military and diplomatic efforts.
Pakistan has claimed a central behind-the-scenes role in helping broker a US–Iran agreement that emerged after more than 100 days of conflict, according to remarks made in parliament by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
Speaking to the National Assembly on Monday, Sharif said the negotiations between the United States and Iran repeatedly came close to collapse before being revived through continuous intervention by Pakistan’s military leadership.
He credited Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakistan’s army chief, with playing a decisive role in keeping the talks on track during critical moments.
“Throughout this period, he was awake all day and night,” Sharif told lawmakers, describing Munir’s efforts as essential in preventing the breakdown of negotiations. He added that there were several points when the process appeared to be on the verge of failure.
According to Sharif, the persistence of Pakistan’s leadership helped sustain diplomatic engagement during a highly volatile period of regional conflict that had already resulted in widespread casualties and disruption across the Middle East.
Behind-the-scenes diplomacy
The prime minister said Pakistan’s diplomatic and security leadership worked closely with senior officials, including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, to maintain communication channels during the talks.
He also acknowledged the support of regional partners, including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and China, which he said contributed to broader mediation efforts.
Pakistan’s role in the negotiations has not been independently detailed by the United States or Iran, and official institutions have not released specifics about the structure or content of the agreement.
Limited official confirmation
Neither Pakistan’s military nor its foreign affairs ministry has provided additional public details about the mediation process.
International observers note that while Pakistan has historically maintained relations with both Iran and Western powers, its ability to act as a mediator in high-stakes conflict situations reflects its growing diplomatic engagement in regional security issues.
Regional implications
The reported agreement comes after a prolonged period of conflict that disrupted energy markets and heightened tensions across the Middle East.
While details of the deal remain unclear, Pakistan’s announcement highlights its attempt to position itself as a facilitator of dialogue in one of the most sensitive geopolitical crises in recent years.
Analysts say the full impact of the agreement will depend on whether both Washington and Tehran commit to sustained de-escalation in the coming months.
