Did Pakistan broker a strategic victory for Iran? Questions surround Trump’s new Tehran initiative (opens in new tab)

Pakistan's reported role in facilitating contacts between Washington and Tehran has sparked debate across the Middle East and beyond. Supporters view the initiative as a pathway to de-escalation, while critics argue it risks strengthening Iran without securing meaningful concessions. This analysis examines the geopolitical implications of the emerging agreement and the questions it raises for regional security, Israel, and the future of Middle Eastern diplomacy.