Pakistan: Dialogue Channels Between US and Iran Open

 In April 2026, Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi stated that diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran continue despite the current stalemate. Following the "open war" that began in February 2026, Islamabad remains optimistic about a negotiated settlement. While April's talks between VP JD Vance and Iran's Ghalibaf stalled over nuclear terms and the Strait of Hormuz, Pakistan persists with back-channel diplomacy. Trump insists on a comprehensive nuclear deal, rejecting separate maritime agreements, while Pakistan strives to maintain regional de-escalation in 2026.