ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has delivered a United States proposal to Iran aimed at ending the ongoing war, a senior Iranian source told Reuters on Wednesday, as diplomatic efforts intensify to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East.
The source, speaking on condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of the matter, did not disclose details of the proposal or confirm whether it was part of a reported 15-point US framework to end the conflict.
According to the source, Turkiye is also playing a role in mediation efforts, with both Pakistan and Turkiye being considered as potential venues for talks between Tehran and Washington.
The development comes amid growing concerns in Islamabad over the risk of the conflict spilling over into Pakistan. Analysts and security officials warn that a prolonged war in Iran could have serious regional consequences, including security and economic challenges. Pakistan has already faced fuel disruptions linked to the conflict, which began on February 28 following attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran.
Earlier this week, a report by the Financial Times said Pakistan is positioning itself as a key mediator to help broker an end to the conflict. It also revealed that Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir held a telephonic conversation with US President Donald Trump, during which the situation was discussed.
The White House confirmed the call, while also declining to comment on reports regarding possible visits by senior US officials to Islamabad, terming the situation fluid and sensitive.
Sources indicate that Pakistani officials have been engaged in back-channel diplomacy, relaying messages between Iran and senior US figures, as part of efforts to prevent further escalation. Over the past 48 hours, Pakistan has coordinated closely with Turkiye and Egypt in these diplomatic initiatives.
Separately, reports suggest that Pakistan could host a high-level meeting between the United States and Iran later this week, with the possibility of US Vice President JD Vance attending the proposed talks. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has also publicly offered Islamabad as a venue for dialogue between the two sides.
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However, Iran has firmly denied any ongoing negotiations with the United States. Foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei rejected claims of talks, stating that no discussions or negotiations were taking place between Tehran and Washington.
Iran’s ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, also dismissed reports of direct or indirect contacts, while acknowledging that friendly countries are attempting to facilitate dialogue to end the conflict.
The war, which has claimed more than 2,000 lives, has heightened global concerns by disrupting markets, increasing fuel prices and raising fears of wider instability across the region.