Pakistan officially invited as Doha leads Diplomatic Push to cool down Iran‑US Tensions

2026-02-03 - 14:26

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has officially been invited to participate in critical talks between Iran and the United States, the invitation was confirmed by Pakistan’s Foreign Office spokesperson. As final decision on Pakistan’s representation is still pending, sources suggest that Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar could take part, signaling Islamabad’s potential key role in easing regional tensions. These high-level talks aim to reduce escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran, with multiple regional powers being called to the table. An official revealed to wire agebct that the meeting could take place this Friday in Turkey, while another official told that the talks are focused on preventing conflict and lowering friction, with several influential countries in the region invited to join. At the foreign ministers’ level, the invited nations include Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Oman, and UAE. The exact format of the discussions is not yet confirmed, but an “important summit” is scheduled for Friday, heightening anticipation in diplomatic circles. Qatar is spearheading diplomatic efforts to ease tensions. Majid Ansari, spokesperson for the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs, emphasized that Doha is actively engaging all parties to prevent the crisis from escalating, highlighting the crucial role of regional cooperation in finding a peaceful resolution. Ansari warned that any further escalation could have “devastating” consequences for regional security. Lately, Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani recently met with Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, in Tehran, reinforcing Doha’s mediation efforts. United Arab Emirates also urged both Iran and the United States to reach a nuclear agreement and pursue a long-term solution to reduce tensions, stressing that the Middle East cannot afford another war. Reports confirm that the Friday talks in Turkey will include Iran, the US, Turkey, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Pakistan, and Oman, underscoring the extraordinary scale and high stakes of this diplomatic showdown.