Pakistan’s prime minister calls US-Iran talks ‘make or break’

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has described the upcoming US-Iran talks in Islamabad as “make or break,” according to statements reported by Pakistani media. The meeting is expected to focus on efforts to de-escalate tensions and address issues at the center of US-Iran relations, with Islamabad positioning itself as a venue for dialogue.

The remarks come as regional and international attention remains fixed on the trajectory of negotiations involving Washington and Tehran. The US and Iran have a long history of confrontation and intermittent diplomacy, and recent developments have kept concerns high about the risk of further escalation in the Middle East. Against that backdrop, the Pakistani government has signaled that the talks could carry significant consequences for stability in the wider region.

Sharif’s characterization of the talks underscores the stakes he associates with the diplomatic process. Pakistan has previously sought to play a constructive role in regional engagement, and hosting or facilitating dialogue has been part of its broader approach to foreign policy. By emphasizing the importance of the negotiations, the prime minister suggested that outcomes from the discussions could influence future diplomatic and security dynamics.

The US-Iran talks are scheduled to take place in Islamabad, with officials and observers watching for signs of progress on key areas of contention. While the precise agenda and expected deliverables have not been detailed in the available reporting, the meeting is widely understood as an attempt to create space for negotiation and reduce friction between the two sides. For Pakistan, the event also places its capital at the center of a high-profile diplomatic effort, with the government likely to face close scrutiny regarding how the talks unfold and whether they generate momentum toward longer-term engagement.