The emergence of Pakistan as a mediator in the U.S.-Iran negotiations is a significant development in Middle Eastern Politics. Pakistan's role as a mediator is a geopolitical and structural opportunity as well as a strategic rebranding, as it became a facilitator in one of the most complex conflicts between Washington and Tehran. One important stepREAD MORE
Empires and states throughout history had feuds for centuries yet shared a prosperous future. In Europe, France and Germany have fought many battles over the centuries, including the Franco-Prussian War, World War I, and World War II. Yet, they conciliated and became the key architects of the European Union. Today, they are the closest economicREAD MORE
Pakistan and India can still act as responsible neighbours despite the persistent history of confrontation. The relations between India and Pakistan reached a complete stalemate after the confrontation of May 2025. It has been more than a year since the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty, and a complete deadlock on both sides. However, thereREAD MORE
In today’s globalized world, bilateral issues are no longer limited to two states. Any escalation or conflict quickly becomes the issue of regional security and stability. The recent US-Iran conflict possesses the same essence. It is no longer a conflict between the US and Iran only, but the security and stability of the whole middleREAD MORE
It is not the first time ever that Pakistan is playing a mediatory role in easing tensions between the two long-standing adversaries; however, this time the difference lies in its direct, cautious, and responsible approach. It dates to facilitating the secret U.S.-China rapprochement in 1971 to supporting peace efforts in Afghanistan and attempting to reduceREAD MORE
Humans have a long history of fighting wars and engaging in prolonged conflicts with enemies, so have empires and countries. Similarly, the conflict between United States and Iran is not a recent phenomenon; it dates backs to the Islamic Revolution in 1979, which overthrew the US backed Shah of Iran. Wars and armed conflicts haveREAD MORE