UN chief hails Pakistan’s pivotal US-Iran mediation efforts during Islamabad visit

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has commended Pakistan for its “pivotal role” in helping to bring the United States and Iran into dialogue.During a visit to Islamabad on Tuesday, alongside Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Guterres highlighted how Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts have created a conducive environment for discussions between Washington and Tehran.

He emphasized that Pakistan’s active involvement is central to maintaining international peace and security, and praised the country’s leadership in brokering talks between the two nations.

Guterres acknowledged Pakistan’s contribution to achieving the Islamabad memorandum of understanding, the subsequent ceasefire, and a framework for future negotiations.
He stated, “Every Pakistani should be proud of that pivotal role.”

During a press conference in Islamabad, the UN chief directly urged all parties to stop hostilities and refocus on diplomatic solutions.
He called for an end to the conflict, a return to diplomacy, and the restoration of navigational rights in line with international law.

He also connected regional peace with the situation in Palestine, noting that lasting peace cannot be achieved until the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination is recognized.
Pakistan has consistently supported this recognition.

Earlier on Tuesday, Ishaq Dar met with Guterres to discuss regional and global issues affecting peace and security, as reported by Pakistan’s Foreign Office.
The discussion included topics such as Palestine, Jammu and Kashmir, Afghanistan, counter-terrorism, and the future of multilateralism.