A quiet Gulf player may steal Pakistan’s ‘miracle’ moment
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By Business News Today
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In brief
Recent diplomatic developments suggest Oman is positioning itself as a more effective mediator in Iran-US ceasefire negotiations, eclipsing Pakistan's initial role. Despite repeated visits by Iran's Foreign Minister to Islamabad, the absence of American diplomatic engagement signals stalled progress. This strategic shift reflects growing skepticism about Pakistan's capacity to bridge the divide between Tehran and Washington, while the sultanate emerges as a geopolitically neutral alternative for breakthrough talks.
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A quiet Gulf player may steal Pakistan’s ‘miracle’ moment
Negotiations around a possible Iran–US ceasefire have shifted focus towards a Gulf state near the Strait of Hormuz, raising questions over Pakistans role as a mediator. A series of back-and-forth visits by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to Islamabad, combined with the absence of US envoys, have highlighted a lack of progress in talks involving Pakistan and senior leadership in the country. With no breakthrough in sight, attention is now turning to Oman, which is emerging as a preferred neutral venue for negotiations.
