Iran's Araghchi Leaves Pakistan for Moscow
SkimNews Take
Pakistan's role as a diplomatic intermediary highlights its strategic importance beyond direct involvement in the Strait of Hormuz, enabling communication between parties in a volatile region.
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- Abbas Araghchi left Islamabad on Sunday to be in Moscow the next day after meeting Pakistani officials.
- Iran transmitted written messages via Pakistan about red lines, including nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz, though not part of negotiations.
- Trump scrapped the planned visit of US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Islamabad, saying “we have all the cards” and that talks can happen via telephone.
Why it matters: The US lost the chance to send two envoys to Islamabad, a move that stalls diplomatic momentum and risks prolonging the Hormuz blockade, potentially raising global oil prices further.
