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Oman edges into Iran US ceasefire talks as Pakistan mediation role faces questions
International
Published on 28 April 2026
Iran’s shuttle to Islamabad stalls without US involvement
Talks on a possible Iran US ceasefire are increasingly centering on a Gulf state near the Strait of Hormuz, with Oman emerging as the neutral venue of choice. Iran’s foreign minister has repeatedly visited Islamabad, but the absence of US envoys—and no visible breakthrough—has cast doubt on Pakistan’s mediator role, shifting attention toward Oman.
- Iran US ceasefire talks are moving toward Gulf mediation
- Back-and-forth visits to Islamabad did not produce progress
- US envoys’ absence leaves Pakistan’s role in question
- Oman is gaining traction as the preferred neutral venue
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