Iran’s ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday to discuss the regional situation and ongoing peace initiatives, the prime minister’s office confirmed. Details of the discussion were not disclosed.
This meeting occurred amid intensified diplomatic efforts as negotiations between Iran and the United States remain deadlocked, despite a recent ceasefire extension announced by US President Donald Trump.
Earlier, Trump declared an indefinite extension of the ceasefire with Iran, aiming to provide more time for diplomatic engagement. However, uncertainty persists regarding whether Iran or its US ally Israel will formally agree to continue the truce.
Trump also stated that Washington accepted Pakistan’s request to delay further military actions while talks proceed. Pakistan has been actively mediating the conflict, hosting discussions in Islamabad to resolve the nearly two-month-long crisis that has inflicted significant human and economic damage.
Iran has expressed willingness to resume negotiations once the US lifts its naval blockade, which Tehran considers a necessary condition for meaningful dialogue. Amir Saeid Iravani, Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations, emphasized that Tehran is ready to engage in talks immediately after the blockade ends.
He added, “If they want to sit at the table and find a political solution, they will find us ready. If they choose war, Iran is prepared for that as well.”
In recent weeks, Pakistan has positioned itself as a key facilitator, urging both sides to maintain dialogue to uphold the ceasefire and prevent further escalation in the region.
