Restarting direct talks between the United States and Iran was one of the main topics of a phone call between Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
The Iranian government said the talks assessed effective ways to strengthen peace, stability and security in West Asia. The sides also focused on regional security challenges and strategies to enhance stability.
Pakistan and Qatar seek a new basis for negotiations
The call between Munir and Araghchi took place after the 60-day period envisaged for reaching a final agreement to end the months-long war had expired. Pakistan and Qatar are continuing their mediation efforts to bring the United States and Iran back to the negotiating table for direct talks.
Pakistani government sources said Munir, who is actively involved in the mediation process, is expected to travel to Tehran in the coming days as part of the latest initiative. However, neither the Pakistani government nor the army has made an official statement about the visit.
Security guarantees and the dispute over navigation in the Strait of Hormuz
Pakistan maintained close contact with both sides while playing an important mediating role between the United States and Iran throughout the war.
The United States and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding on June 17 to begin negotiations on a final agreement. The talks later stalled over disagreements regarding security guarantees and freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, which is strategically important for global energy supplies and trade.
Reciprocal military attacks from July 8 to 24
The United States and Iran carried out reciprocal military attacks from July 8 to 24. Washington launched attacks on targets inside Iran, while Tehran targeted US military facilities and equipment in several Arab countries, including Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait.
