Pakistan has intensified its diplomatic efforts to mediate between Iran and the United States as the war enters its second month. Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar announced that Iran has agreed to allow 20 additional Pakistan-flagged ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, calling the move a harbinger of peace and regional stability. Pakistan described the development as a meaningful step toward de-escalation, emphasizing dialogue and confidence-building measures as the only viable path forward.

Islamabad is hosting foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt in a bid to coordinate regional diplomacy aimed at ending the conflict. The initiative highlights the growing role of regional powers in addressing the crisis, even as many of them maintain close ties with the United States. Discussions have focused on maritime security, regional stability, and the broader economic risks stemming from continued hostilities.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian praised Pakistan’s outreach during a lengthy call with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, stressing the importance of trust in advancing negotiations. Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s condemnation of Israeli strikes on Iran and briefed Tehran on contacts with the United States and Gulf states, signaling Islamabad’s ambition to play a central role in shaping post-war diplomacy.