Iran Clarifies Its Position
- Iran has clearly stated that it does not support or participate in any mediation efforts proposed by Pakistan for talks with the United States.
- The Consulate General of Iran in Mumbai shared this position through a statement on the social media platform X. The statement denied any involvement in proposed direct negotiations.
Iran explained that:
- The United States and Iran are currently not conducting any direct talks
- Intermediaries are sharing some proposals which do not represent Iran's official stance
Iran also stated that the United States often changes its diplomatic approach while Iran maintains a stable diplomatic position.
Response to Pakistan’s Mediation Offer
Pakistan had earlier announced plans to host and mediate direct discussions between Iran and the United States. However, Iran rejected this proposal.
According to Iran
- Pakistan's mediation plan operates as an independent initiative
- Iran has no involvement in this plan
- Iran has not approved its participation in these negotiations
Iran welcomed calls to conclude existing wars but expressed doubts regarding the origins of current conflicts.
Regional Diplomatic Discussions
Saudi Arabian Egyptian and Turkish officials recently met Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Islamabad.
During the meeting they discussed:
- The impact of tensions involving Iran Israel and the United States
- The broader effects of these conflicts on regional stability
After the meeting Ishaq Dar reported that these countries supported direct talks between Iran and the United States to take place in Pakistan. He also mentioned that discussions had taken place with officials from both countries.
Final Position from Iran
Iran has now made its stance clear:
- It is not involved in Pakistan’s mediation efforts
- It has not agreed to any proposed talks in Pakistan
- Its diplomatic position remains unchanged
This response highlights a gap between Pakistan’s proposal and Iran’s official position on the issue.
