In a major diplomatic push, foreign ministers from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt pledged unanimous support Sunday for Pakistan’s plan to host U.S.-Iran peace talks in Islamabad. The move aims to cool rising tensions in the Middle East through dialogue—not missiles. 💬🕊️
Diplomacy Over Destruction
Pakistan’s Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar announced the bloc’s stance, stressing that "dialogue remains the only viable path to lasting peace". He revealed both Washington and Tehran have shown confidence in Pakistan’s role as mediator—a rare alignment in a region often fractured by proxy conflicts. 🤝
Next Steps & New Committees
The ministers greenlit a committee of senior officials from all four nations to coordinate efforts and explore deeper collaboration. While details on the proposed U.S.-Iran talks remain under wraps, Dar confirmed the group’s focus on "preventing military escalation" and addressing the humanitarian toll of ongoing conflicts. 📉🌏
Why It Matters
With global energy markets and regional stability at stake, this Quad-driven initiative could redefine Middle East diplomacy. As Dar put it: "Hostilities only breed more instability." Will 2026 be the year dialogue finally wins? 🔥➡️❄️
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Quadrilateral FMs meeting backs Pakistan to host US-Iran talks
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