Moscow: Vladimir Putin on Sunday reached out to Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian, offering Russia’s mediation in the escalating US-Iran tensions after high-stakes negotiations in Islamabad ended without a breakthrough.
According to the Kremlin, Putin conveyed Moscow’s readiness to facilitate a political and diplomatic resolution, emphasizing efforts toward securing a “just and lasting peace” in West Asia.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has spoken with Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian after the failed US-Iran talks in Islamabad.
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Talks Fail After Marathon Negotiations
The mediation offer follows the collapse of nearly 21 hours of intensive negotiations between Washington and Tehran in Islamabad. Despite rare direct engagement, both sides failed to bridge critical gaps, though a fragile two-week ceasefire remains intact.
Major sticking points included Iran’s nuclear programme, control over the Strait of Hormuz, and its ballistic missile capabilities. With no agreement in sight, both delegations departed Pakistan, casting uncertainty over the future of dialogue.
Blame Game Intensifies
US Vice President JD Vance, who led the American side, termed the failed talks “bad news” for Iran, asserting that Washington’s red lines had been clearly communicated.
On the other hand, Iran’s delegation—headed by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi—accused the US of failing to build trust, despite what they described as constructive proposals.
Pakistan Urges Ceasefire Continuation
Amid rising tensions, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar called the continuation of the ceasefire “imperative,” urging all sides to maintain restraint as diplomatic efforts continue.
The current conflict traces back to February 28, when US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran triggered a sharp escalation, pushing the region to the brink and making global mediation efforts increasingly crucial.
