Pakistan Leads ‘Islamabad Accord’ Push to Halt Iran-US Conflict
News Desk
Islamabad: Pakistan has taken on a pivotal role as the primary diplomatic channel between Iran and the United States, circulating a proposed framework aimed at halting hostilities and stabilising a conflict that has rattled global energy markets.
According to sources familiar with the development, a Pakistan-formulated plan — tentatively dubbed the “Islamabad Accord”, has been shared with both Tehran and Washington. The proposal outlines a two-stage pathway, beginning with an immediate ceasefire followed by negotiations on a broader, long-term settlement.
Crucially, Islamabad is currently acting as the sole communication bridge between the two sides, with the initial understanding expected to take the form of a memorandum of understanding finalised electronically if consensus is reached.
The urgency of the effort is underscored by intense overnight diplomatic engagement led by Asim Munir, who remained in continuous contact with key figures including US Vice President JD Vance, envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
Under the proposed framework, hostilities would cease immediately, enabling the reopening of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz — a key artery for global oil supplies.
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This would be followed by a 15–20 day window to finalise a comprehensive agreement, with potential in-person negotiations planned in Islamabad.
Despite the diplomatic momentum, Tehran has yet to formally commit. Iranian officials confirmed they have received the proposal and are reviewing it but stressed they would not be pressured by external deadlines or accept a temporary truce without firm guarantees of a permanent ceasefire.
Iran has consistently demanded assurances against future attacks, particularly from the US and Israel, and has signalled that reopening the Strait of Hormuz would likely depend on a durable agreement rather than a short-term arrangement.
The broader deal under discussion is expected to include Iranian commitments related to its nuclear programme in exchange for sanctions relief and the unfreezing of assets — key sticking points in past negotiations.
While multiple mediators, including Turkey and Egypt, remain engaged, Pakistan’s role has emerged as central in the latest push. However, officials in Islamabad have refrained from publicly confirming details of the proposal, maintaining that diplomatic efforts are ongoing.
The renewed initiative comes as tensions threaten to escalate further, with warnings of potential strikes on critical infrastructure and retaliatory measures that could disrupt energy flows across the Gulf. Markets remain highly sensitive to developments, with any progress or breakdown, likely to have immediate global repercussions.
As the window for diplomacy narrows, the fate of the proposed accord may determine whether the conflict de-escalates or enters a more dangerous phase.
