Trump backs Pakistan as Iran mediator after criticism from Lindsey Graham
Summary
President Donald Trump supports Pakistan as a mediator between the United States and Iran despite criticism from Senator Lindsey Graham. Pakistan helped negotiate a ceasefire in Iran last month, but some US officials question Pakistan’s neutrality due to reports of Iranian military presence on Pakistani airfields.Key Facts
- President Trump praised Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Asim Munir for helping negotiate a ceasefire in Iran.
- The ceasefire between Iran and the US started last month but remains fragile.
- Senator Lindsey Graham criticized Pakistan, alleging it may be helping Iran by allowing Iranian military assets on its airfields.
- US defense officials declined to confirm or deny the report because the talks between the US and Iran are sensitive.
- Graham expressed distrust in Pakistan and suggested finding another mediator if the report is true.
- Graham supports a tough stance on Iran and has called for regime change.
- Pakistan is trying to revive peace talks after the ceasefire agreement on April 8.
- President Trump canceled a planned envoy visit to Pakistan after Iran demanded the US lift a naval blockade as a condition for talks to continue.
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