""Pakistan enabled the ceasefire by positioning itself as a credible and trusted intermediary at a moment of acute escalation. It activated backchannel diplomacy, conveyed assurances to both Washington and Tehran, and helped align immediate interests around de-escalation.""
""The Pakistani leadership leveraged established security and diplomatic channels with the United States while maintaining functional engagement with Iran, allowing it to translate broad intent into a workable pause.""
Islamabad has been recognized for its role in mediating a ceasefire between the US and Iran for two weeks. US President Trump announced the ceasefire proposal from Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, contingent on Iran's agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz. Pakistan's diplomatic efforts involved backchannel communications and assurances to both parties, facilitating a pause in hostilities. The Pakistani leadership utilized established ties with the US while maintaining relations with Iran, focusing on coordination rather than coercion to foster dialogue and reduce tensions.
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