Pakistan’s rise as a regional mediator could reshape Middle East diplomacy - analysis
Pakistan is expanding its Middle East influence, deepening ties with Syria, preparing talks with Iran, and positioning itself as a potential mediator between Tehran and Washington
Assessment
Pakistan is quietly moving into a diplomatic lane that has traditionally been occupied by Turkey, Qatar, and Egypt. Its outreach to Syria and readiness to host Iran-U.S. talks suggests a calculated effort to become a broker rather than a bystander. The shift matters most for the Gulf states, which now have another regional player competing for influence in their backyard. Watch whether Pakistan's ties to Saudi Arabia complicate or enable its new mediating posture.