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154 shared events · Importance 64 · Last updated May 16, 2026

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Pakistan maintains friendly diplomatic and military-technical ties with Russia, relying on Russian engines for its fighter jets and actively pursuing bilateral energy and infrastructure agreements.

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Pakistan: Pakistan's role as a mediator in the US-Iran talks has been criticized by Iran, which alleges a lack of impartiality and alignment with United States interests. This could diminish Pakistan's diplomatic standing.
Russia: Russia is hosting Abbas Araghchi and Vladimir Putin has pledged Moscow's support to Iran in bringing the war to a close, emphasizing their strategic relationship.
Apr 26, 2026 · 57 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is currently facilitating immediate dialogue between Iran and the United States, setting a precedent for broader diplomatic engagement.
Russia: Russia, through its Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, proposed India as a mediator and is actively pursuing efforts to reduce tensions between Iran and Arab nations, while also facing impending US sanctions waivers on its oil.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is the key mediator and host for the peace talks between the United States and Iran, actively working to facilitate dialogue and achieve a lasting resolution to the conflict. It has deployed significant security for the talks.
Russia: Russia is involved in diplomatic efforts, with its top diplomat meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping and speaking to his Iranian counterpart, and has offered to hold Iran's enriched uranium.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan has been acting as a mediator, relaying proposals between Iran and the United States in an effort to revive stalled peace talks.
Russia: Russia, a key backer of Iran, hosted Iran's foreign minister for discussions on the war, though its specific assistance in the current negotiations remains unclear.
Apr 27, 2026 · 80 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan held productive consultations with Abbas Araghchi regarding potential negotiations between Iran and the United States.
Russia: Russia affirmed its support for Iran's interests and efforts to restore peace in West Asia during Abbas Araghchi's visit, underscoring its strategic alignment with Iran.
May 06, 2026 · 10 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is acting as a mediator in the peace negotiations between the United States and Iran, with its capital Islamabad serving as a meeting point for diplomatic efforts.
Russia: Russia is a longstanding ally of Iran, with President Vladimir Putin meeting Abbas Araghchi and offering words of support amidst the ongoing tensions.
Apr 27, 2026 · 50 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is identified by the Canada — Canadian Security Intelligence Service as a perpetrator of foreign interference and espionage against Canada.
Russia: Russia is identified by the Canada — Canadian Security Intelligence Service as a main perpetrator of foreign interference and espionage against Canada.
May 02, 2026 · 42 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is a member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, which Russia is encouraging to revive its contact group with Afghanistan.
Russia: Russia is establishing a full-fledged partnership with the Taliban government in Afghanistan and encouraging other countries to cooperate with Kabul, aiming to strengthen regional security and development.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan publicly brokered the ceasefire between Iran and the United States, with its Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanking China for its support. Pakistan also acted as a mediator in recent talks.
Russia: Iran's ambassador to China suggested that Russia, along with China and the United Nations, could ensure long-term security guarantees for Iran.
Apr 09, 2026 · 12 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is actively mediating between the United States and Iran, proposing a second round of talks to de-escalate the conflict.
Russia: Russia, as an energy exporter, stands to benefit from higher oil prices caused by the conflict, leading the IMF to upgrade its economic forecast for the country.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan has acted as a mediator, hosting previous negotiations and facilitating the exchange of proposals between Iran and the United States.
Russia: Russia, a long-standing ally of Iran, hosted Abbas Araghchi and offered words of support.
Apr 27, 2026 · 32 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is mediating peace negotiations between the United States and Iran, actively working to extend the ceasefire and achieve a peace deal.
Russia: Russia, as an ally of Iran, vetoed a prior International — United Nations Security Council resolution calling for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
May 04, 2026 · 139 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is acting as a mediator between the United States and Iran, attempting to de-escalate the conflict and facilitate negotiations for a potential peace deal.
Russia: Germany's previous reliance on cheap Russian gas contributed to its current energy crisis, which is now exacerbated by the latest conflict.
Apr 30, 2026 · 52 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is acting as a mediator between the United States and Iran, facilitating the exchange of ceasefire proposals and continuing diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.
Russia: Russia's President Vladimir Putin reiterated Moscow's proposal to take enriched uranium from Iran to aid in a settlement, offering a potential diplomatic avenue.
May 10, 2026 · 46 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is acting as a mediator in the conflict, hosting Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi for peace talks. However, Donald Trump scrapped a visit by his envoys, hindering peace efforts.
Russia: Russia is a longstanding ally of Iran, with President Vladimir Putin offering words of support to Abbas Araghchi during his visit.
Apr 28, 2026 · 47 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is in contact with the United States and Iran in an effort to extend the ceasefire and reach a peace deal.
Russia: Russia is calling for diplomatic efforts to reach a sustainable, long-term agreement to end the war and has a proposal on the table to take enriched uranium from Iran to help negotiate a settlement.
May 09, 2026 · 15 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan mediated a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran, but abstained from voting on a previous UN resolution.
Russia: Russia previously blocked a Bahraini resolution and is currently considering a competing text, potentially hindering the US-backed resolution.
May 04, 2026 · 75 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is acting as a mediator for peace talks between Iran and the United States.
Russia: Russia is a destination for Iranian diplomatic efforts, with Abbas Araghchi scheduled to meet with Russian officials, including potentially Vladimir Putin.
Apr 26, 2026 · 17 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is acting as a mediator between Iran and the United States in the ceasefire negotiations.
Russia: Russia is accused by Ukraine of violating a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, indicating ongoing conflict and instability.
May 10, 2026 · 9 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is continuing diplomatic efforts to ease regional tensions and has secured the return of its nationals and Iranian citizens from vessels seized by the US.
Russia: Russia has previously offered to take Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, a proposal that could be revisited if negotiations progress.
May 15, 2026 · 24 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan played a crucial role as an intermediary, working to de-escalate the conflict between the United States and Iran and facilitating the ceasefire agreement.
Russia: Donald Trump has previously used two-week deadlines in negotiations to end Russia's war with Ukraine, a pattern of behavior noted in the current Iran ceasefire.
Apr 07, 2026 · 79 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is serving as a mediator in the peace negotiations between Iran and the United States, actively working to de-escalate the conflict.
Russia: Russia, as an ally of Iran, vetoed a prior International — United Nations Security Council resolution calling for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
May 07, 2026 · 31 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan has emerged as a key intermediary in diplomatic efforts to revive dialogue between the United States and Iran, hosting high-level engagements and mediating peace talks.
Russia: Russia's support is needed for a UN Security Council resolution that could impose sanctions or military action if Iran does not ease its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz.
May 06, 2026 · 31 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan mediated the truce agreement between the United States and Iran.
Russia: Russia is mentioned as an adversary that might become wise to Donald Trump's unpredictable negotiating strategy.
Apr 08, 2026 · 8 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan has served as a mediator, passing messages between Iran and the United States and hosting initial peace talks.
Russia: Russia hosted Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, where he discussed the war and Iran's perceived power and stability.
Apr 28, 2026 · 27 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan hosted peace talks between Iran and the US, with China credited by Donald Trump for helping Iran attend.
Russia: Russia was mentioned by Scott Bessent as a country that, along with China, should stop blocking initiatives at the United Nations regarding commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
May 05, 2026 · 38 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is acting as a mediator in the conflict, with Iran conveying its conditions for ending the conflict through Pakistan.
Russia: Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visited Russia to strengthen the partnership between the two nations.
Apr 27, 2026 · 49 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan is playing a crucial mediating role in facilitating peace talks between the United States and Iran, hosting multiple rounds of negotiations and conveying messages between the two nations.
Russia: Russia's war in Ukraine is noted for its negative impact on the global economy, separate from the main event.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan brokered a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran and is attempting to push for a more durable peace agreement.
Russia: Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, indicating Russia's involvement in diplomatic exchanges concerning the conflict.
Mar 29, 2026 · 65 articles
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Pakistan: Pakistan acted as a mediator, receiving Iran's latest proposal for negotiations with the United States.
Russia: Russia vetoed a previous Security Council resolution regarding the Strait of Hormuz, indicating its stance on international diplomatic efforts related to the conflict.
May 04, 2026 · 36 articles
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