WASHINGTON: Pakistan has emerged as a leading candidate to host the formal signing ceremony of a potential peace agreement between the United States and Iran.
In this regard, the sources at the United Nations and in Washington said optimism remains high regarding the prospects of a final agreement, despite delays in completing the draft.
In this sense, Pakistan’s role in facilitating initial contacts between Washington and Tehran has strengthened its position as a possible host for any future signing ceremony.
The latest assessment comes amid reports that US and Iranian negotiators have reached common ground on several key issues. According to diplomatic sources, discussions have focused on reopening the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
Furthermore, sources familiar with the talks stated that the proposed agreement could effectively bring an end to the US-Israeli military campaign against Iran in exchange for Tehran reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global energy and trade route.
Iran is also expected to provide assurances regarding its nuclear activities, while more complex issues related to its nuclear programme would be addressed in future rounds of negotiations.
However, diplomats cautioned that several challenges remain. Concerns over Israeli military operations in southern Lebanon and security assurances for Gulf states continue to complicate discussions.
Despite these obstacles, officials monitoring the process said confidence is growing that both sides now view a negotiated settlement as preferable to an extended conflict.
