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China presses Pakistan to mediate Iran US talks as neutrality questioned by US lawmaker
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Published on 13 May 2026
Parking Iranian aircraft in Pakistan raises doubts
China is urging Pakistan to play a bigger role in mediating between Iran and the United States, as both sides weigh stability in the Strait of Hormuz. The push is gaining scrutiny after a US senator questioned Pakistan’s neutrality, citing reports that Iranian military aircraft were allowed to park on Pakistani airfields.
- China wants Pakistan to expand mediation on Iran US talks
- Focus remains on keeping the Strait of Hormuz stable
- US Senator doubts Pakistan’s neutrality amid reports on airfields
- Iranian aircraft access to Pakistan has become the flashpoint
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