Pakistan seeks to mediate between the United States and Iran, pushing for talks in Islamabad.

Insiders say that Pakistan is pushing for mediation talks in an attempt to end the war initiated by the U.S. and Israel against Iran. The country’s powerful army chief is in communication with U.S. President Donald Trump, seeking a resolution to the conflict.

Insiders indicate that Army Chief General Asim Munir spoke with Trump on Monday. Due to the confidential nature of the discussions, the sources wished to remain anonymous. One person stated that Pakistan is considering Islamabad as a potential venue for talks. Another insider mentioned that Trump’s envoy, Steve Witkoff, plays a key role in the related communications.

On Monday, Trump stated that following what he described as “productive dialogue” with Iran, he would delay strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure. Iranian officials have thus far denied that any negotiations are underway. According to a senior Iranian Foreign Ministry official who requested anonymity, Iran is evaluating the messages conveyed by the U.S. through mediators.

Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi did not respond to requests for comment.

Pakistan is leveraging its close relationship with Trump, its long-standing ties with neighboring Iran, and its network of relationships with key countries like Saudi Arabia. On Monday, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, expressing solidarity with Iran and calling for a de-escalation of the conflict.

Sharif posted on X platform that while introducing the Iranian side to Pakistan’s leadership’s diplomatic engagement efforts, he assured them that Pakistan would continue to play a constructive role in promoting regional peace.

Earlier reports indicated that Munir also spoke with Trump on Sunday. An unnamed Israeli official stated that the mediators are attempting to facilitate a meeting in Islamabad, with potential attendees including Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and possibly U.S. Vice President JD Vance.

Saudi Arabia signed a defense agreement with nuclear-armed Pakistan last September, stipulating that aggression against either party would be considered aggression against both.

Pakistan is also involved in conflicts with neighboring Afghanistan. Cross-border attacks have intensified in recent weeks but have currently paused.