A Pakistani mediator is coordinating with several countries, including Gulf states, to facilitate diplomacy between Iran and the U.S. [1].
This effort suggests a shift toward a multilateral approach to regional stability. By involving Gulf nations, the mediation process seeks to build a broader base of regional support rather than acting as a unilateral initiative [1].
Sultan Al-Khulaifi, a Qatari academic, said the ongoing consultations are part of a wider regional framework [1]. The goal is to ensure that the mediation process is not isolated, which may increase the likelihood of a sustainable agreement between the two powers [1].
"The Pakistani mediation between Iran and the US does not move alone, but within a wider regional coordination that includes the Gulf states," Al-Khulaifi said [1].
The coordination involves consultations across the Arabian Gulf region, integrating the interests of Pakistan, Iran, and the U.S. [1]. This collaborative strategy aims to align the geopolitical priorities of the Gulf states with the mediation goals to prevent friction during the diplomatic process [1].
While specific timelines for the mediation have not been disclosed, the emphasis remains on the consultative nature of the current phase [1]. The involvement of multiple regional actors is intended to create a supportive environment for potential breakthroughs in U.S.-Iran relations [1].
“The Pakistani mediation between Iran and the US does not move alone”
The shift toward a coordinated regional effort indicates that Pakistan is leveraging its unique position to act as a bridge, while recognizing that any lasting deal between the US and Iran requires the buy-in of Gulf monarchies. This approach reduces the risk of regional misalignment and suggests that the Gulf states are playing a quiet but active role in shaping the security architecture of the Middle East.
