U.S. pins hopes on mediator Pakistan in push to end Iran war
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed optimism about ending the war with Iran, seeking assistance from Pakistani mediators. Despite a ceasefire in April, negotiations have stalled, with both sides exchanging proposals but failing to reach a lasting agreement. The situation remains tense, with Iran warning of a forceful response to any attacks while the U.S. faces pressure to resolve the conflict amidst rising energy costs.
- ▪U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is hopeful that Pakistani mediators will help advance negotiations to end the war with Iran.
- ▪A ceasefire was established on April 8, but negotiations have not produced a lasting agreement.
- ▪Iran has warned of a forceful response if attacked, while the U.S. is under pressure to find a resolution as energy costs rise.
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio voiced hope of progress on ending the war with Iran, as he looked to Pakistani mediators to help advance efforts to strike an agreement.Previous comments by President Donald Trump had suggested weeks of stop-start negotiations to strike a permanent end to the war were teetering on the “borderline” between a deal and renewed attacks.“I believe the Pakistanis will be travelling to Tehran today. So hopefully that’ll advance this further,” Mr. Rubio told reporters on Thursday (May 21, 2026). Iran examining U.S.
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