Pakistan: America’s most complicated ally — and why Trump is betting on it again
Pakistan is once again at the center of U.S. diplomacy, particularly in negotiations related to the Iran crisis. Despite a history of distrust and accusations against Pakistan, U.S. officials are relying on its leadership for mediation. This situation has sparked debate among American lawmakers regarding the reliability of Pakistan as an ally.
- ▪Field Marshal Asim Munir has become a key intermediary in U.S.-Iran negotiations.
- ▪Senator Lindsey Graham expressed distrust towards Pakistan, questioning its role in the conflict.
- ▪President Trump praised Pakistan's leadership for their mediation efforts in the ongoing crisis.
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Afghanistan Pakistan: America’s most complicated ally — and why Trump is betting on it again Sen Lindsey Graham says he doesn't trust Pakistan 'as far as I can throw them' while Trump calls them 'great' By Morgan Phillips Fox News Published May 27, 2026 5:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Marco Rubio says Strait of Hormuz will be open 'one way or the another' Secretary of State Marco Rubio insists the Strait of Hormuz must be open 'immediately.' NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! As Pakistan’s army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, emerged as a key intermediary in negotiations tied to the escalating Iran crisis, Washington once again found itself relying on a country that American officials have spent decades…
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