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Pakistan's Military Leader to Visit Iran for Ceasefire Talks
Pakistan's military ruler plans to travel to Tehran to help restart stalled U.S.-Iran ceasefire negotiations. The visit comes as Islamabad balances its role as a mediator with its defense commitments to Saudi Arabia.
May 21, 7:27 AM·1m read1 source
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-Iran ceasefire talks that have reached a deadlock. The trip reflects Islamabad's recent shift toward a mediating role in the Middle East conflict. At the same time, Pakistan maintains a mutual defense pact with Saudi Arabia that includes the deployment of thousands of soldiers and a squadron of jets.
Reuters reported that the defense arrangement is being tested by attacks from Iran. Pakistan has also recently stored Iranian materiel. A Foreign Policy columnist stated that an end to the Iran war would reduce pressure on Pakistan as it manages relations with both Iran and its Arab neighbors.
The visit is expected to address these competing interests while Pakistan seeks to maintain its position between the conflicting parties.
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