Pakistan army chief says mediation efforts aimed at lasting peace

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The Chief of Pakistan's army has stated that the country is actively engaging in neutral mediation efforts aimed at fostering peace in the Middle East. This indicates Pakistan's strategic positioning as a diplomatic player amidst ongoing regional conflicts.

Pakistan army chief says mediation efforts aimed at lasting peace Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir said Islamabad is conducting “neutral mediation” in the Middle East aimed at achieving lasting peace amid ongoing regional tensions and conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. Munir said Pakistan was making “every effort” to ensure the success of the mediation initiative and would continue those efforts. Pakistan has increasingly positioned itself as a diplomatic intermediary in recent weeks as international actors push for negotiations to end the conflict and restore stability in the region.  Awami Rickshaw Union workers hold posters of Pakistan army chief Asim Munir during ceasefire celebration in Lahore, 8 April 2026 (Arif Ali/AFP)