Cairo: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has said that the recent United States-Iran talks in Switzerland could have taken place much earlier had regional tensions not been exacerbated by Israel’s military actions in Lebanon.
Speaking to the media, Dar noted that diplomatic efforts to bring Washington and Tehran to the negotiating table had been underway for some time. However, escalating conflict in the region, particularly involving Lebanon, complicated the environment for meaningful dialogue and delayed progress toward negotiations.
According to Dar, the eventual launch of talks in Switzerland demonstrates that diplomacy remains the most effective path for resolving disputes and reducing tensions. He emphasized the importance of continued engagement between the two sides to achieve lasting stability in the Middle East.
The Pakistani foreign minister also highlighted the role played by mediators and regional partners in facilitating discussions, expressing hope that the talks would contribute to broader peace and security efforts across the region.
Political analysts say the comments underscore Pakistan’s support for diplomatic solutions to regional conflicts and reflect growing international interest in de-escalation following months of instability in the Middle East.
The first round of US-Iran talks concluded in Switzerland with reports of positive progress, and both sides are expected to continue negotiations in the coming weeks.
