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Iran snubs US in Pakistan and exposes Islamabad’s dangerous balancing act with Beijing at stake
International
Published on 27 April 2026
Iran refused to meet a US delegation in Pakistan
Iran’s foreign minister refused to meet a US delegation in Pakistan, a move that underscores Islamabad’s risky diplomatic balancing act. The refusal, reportedly shaped by Pakistan’s military leadership, intensifies regional power games and raises the odds of friction with China. With Washington pushing for a face-saving outcome amid broader US Iran tensions, Islamabad risks both political backlash and international embarrassment.
- Iran rejected a US delegation visit in Pakistan
- Pakistan’s military leadership is alleged to have influenced the stance
- The episode could strain ties with China
- US wants a face-saving win amid heightened US Iran tensions
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