Pakistan's role in US-Iran mediation under scrutiny

As the ceasefire between the United States and Iran faces instability, discussions have emerged regarding the role of Pakistan as a mediator in the conflict. Despite criticisms from figures such as the late U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, who labeled Pakistan's involvement as "problematic," proponents argue that the nation's geographic position and diplomatic ties make it a unique facilitator.

Pakistan's involvement, led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, is framed as a significant effort by a middle power to bridge the gap between a superpower and a regional power. Supporters suggest that a mediator's success depends on the willingness of the warring parties to maintain peace, rather than the mediator's ability to enforce it, noting that historical international organizations often lacked the necessary incentives or punishments to guarantee long-term stability.