Iran offers to mediate between Pakistan, Afghan Taliban

ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Iran has offered to mediate between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban to help defuse the mounting tensions following the recent collapse of talks between the two neighbours, diplomatic sources said on Sunday.

According to the sources, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held separate phone conversations with Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, offering Tehran’s assistance in fostering reconciliation and building mutual trust.

During the discussion, the Iranian and Pakistani foreign ministers reviewed bilateral relations, regional developments, and international issues. Araghchi stressed that peace and stability along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border must be preserved and reiterated Iran’s willingness to facilitate dialogue between the two sides.

“The Iranian foreign minister voiced concern over the growing tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan and urged both countries to continue dialogue to settle their differences,” a diplomatic source said. Araghchi further assured that Iran was prepared to provide all possible support to promote peace and understanding in the region.

Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar briefed his Iranian counterpart on the recent Istanbul talks between Islamabad and Kabul, which ended without progress. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to resolving issues through diplomacy, stressing that regional stability remains a top priority for Islamabad.

Both sides agreed to maintain close coordination and consultation, with Iran expected to play a constructive mediating role in the coming days.

Separately, sources confirmed that Araghchi also spoke with Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, conveying Iran’s view that continuous engagement is vital to prevent further deterioration in bilateral ties.