Pakistan ‘Willing To Go All Lengths’ To Secure US-Iran Deal: Report

Last Updated:April 18, 2026, 00:39 IST

Pakistan mediates between US and Iran amid regional conflict, backing ceasefire efforts as Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz and Trump says a deal could come quickly.

Pakistan has signalled it is ready to “go to all lengths" to help secure a deal between the United States and Iran, according to a report by Al Jazeera, as backchannel efforts to de-escalate the conflict gather pace.

The development comes amid growing international pressure to end weeks of hostilities between Washington and Tehran, which have disrupted global energy supplies and raised fears of a wider regional war.

Pakistan emerges as key mediator

Pakistan has increasingly positioned itself as a behind-the-scenes mediator, leveraging its ties with both United States and Iran.

Diplomatic sources indicate that Islamabad has been involved in relaying messages, facilitating indirect communication and helping shape ceasefire proposals, particularly after direct engagement between Washington and Tehran remained limited.

Pakistan’s role has also been linked to the transmission of a reported multi-point US ceasefire proposal, which was shared with Iran through intermediaries in recent weeks.

Ceasefire momentum builds

The mediation efforts appear to be gaining traction. A 10-day ceasefire linked to the Israel-Lebanon front has already been announced, with Iran subsequently signalling a willingness to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping.

That move helped ease global oil prices and was seen as a confidence-building step toward broader negotiations.

At the same time, US President Donald Trump has indicated that talks with Tehran are progressing, saying a deal “should go very quickly" as many points have already been negotiated.

High-stakes diplomacy amid war

The current conflict, which began after US and Israeli strikes on Iran in late February, has evolved into a multi-front confrontation, involving missile exchanges, disruption of shipping routes and economic fallout worldwide.

Diplomatic channels have remained active throughout, with countries like Pakistan stepping in to bridge gaps and reduce escalation risks.

Islamabad’s outreach is also seen as part of a broader effort to stabilise the region, given its geographic proximity to Iran and economic stakes tied to Gulf stability.

Challenges ahead

Despite signs of progress, significant hurdles remain. Key sticking points reportedly include sanctions relief, security guarantees and Iran’s nuclear programme, alongside demands linked to maritime access and regional de-escalation.

Analysts caution that while mediation efforts have created momentum, the situation remains fragile, with any breakdown in talks or ceasefire violations capable of reigniting tensions.

What next

With Pakistan stepping up its diplomatic engagement and both Washington and Tehran signalling openness to talks, the coming days could prove crucial in determining whether the conflict moves toward a negotiated settlement or slips back into escalation.

For now, Islamabad’s message — that it is willing to go “all lengths" — underscores the urgency and high stakes surrounding efforts to broker peace.

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