Pakistan's Diplomatic Tightrope: Navigating US-Iran Tensions
Pakistan's long history as a diplomatic backchannel between global powers is once again in the spotlight as the US and Iran edge closer to confrontation.
Pakistan has a storied legacy as a diplomatic backchannel between rival global powers, a role it is once again reprising as tensions escalate between the United States and Iran. From the Cold War era to the modern day, Islamabad has maintained a delicate balance, engaging with both Washington and Tehran to broker agreements and ease regional tensions.
During the Cold War, Pakistan's strategic location and close ties with the US made it a crucial intermediary between the superpower and its adversary, the Soviet Union. The country facilitated secret negotiations and served as a conduit for sensitive communications, earning it the moniker of
Source: Al Jazeera
