Pakistan steps up diplomatic bid to get US-Iran peace talks on track
Pakistan is increasing its diplomatic efforts to facilitate peace talks between the US and Iran amid rising tensions. President Trump has indicated he may take military action if he does not receive satisfactory responses from Tehran. Iran's latest demands include control over the Strait of Hormuz and the lifting of sanctions, which the US finds unacceptable.
- ▪Pakistan is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to accelerate US-Iran peace talks.
- ▪President Trump has threatened military action if Iran does not provide the 'right answers' soon.
- ▪Iran's latest offer includes demands that the US has previously rejected, such as control of the Strait of Hormuz.
4 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 2 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 2 centre.
- ▪ Iran reviews U.S. response to peace proposal as Pakistan steps up efforts to speed up talks — The Globe and Mail
- ▪ Iran reviews US proposal to end war as Pakistan steps up mediation efforts — Al Jazeera English
- ▪ Pakistan steps up diplomatic bid to get US-Iran peace talks on track — Korea Times
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| Publication time | Thu, 21 May 2026 16:34:30 +0800 |
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Pakistan steps up diplomatic bid to get US-Iran peace talks on trackSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxWomen hold Iran's national flags during an anti-US and Israel protest in Tehran on May 17, 2026. PHOTO: AFPPublished May 21, 2026, 04:34 PMUpdated May 21, 2026, 04:34 PMSummarisePakistan intensifies diplomatic efforts to accelerate US-Iran peace talks, as President Trump threatens swift attacks if the "right answers" are not provided quickly.Iran's latest offer repeats demands including Strait of Hormuz control, lifting of sanctions, and US troop withdrawal, despite Washington finding these unacceptable.Ongoing tensions cause soaring oil prices and global energy disruption, with Iran restarting drone production and warning of an extended regional war if attacked.AI…
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