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

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Russia engages with Pakistan as a regional partner, supplying military hardware components and exploring investments in Pakistan's energy and steel sectors.

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International
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.
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.
Apr 26, 2026 · 57 articles
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International
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.
Pakistan: Pakistan is currently facilitating immediate dialogue between Iran and the United States, setting a precedent for broader diplomatic engagement.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
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.
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.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
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International
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.
Pakistan: Pakistan held productive consultations with Abbas Araghchi regarding potential negotiations between Iran and the United States.
May 06, 2026 · 10 articles
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International
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.
Pakistan: Pakistan has been acting as a mediator, relaying proposals between Iran and the United States in an effort to revive stalled peace talks.
Apr 27, 2026 · 80 articles
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International
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.
Pakistan: Pakistan is a member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, which Russia is encouraging to revive its contact group with Afghanistan.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Russia: Russia is identified by the Canada — Canadian Security Intelligence Service as a main perpetrator of foreign interference and espionage against Canada.
Pakistan: Pakistan is identified by the Canada — Canadian Security Intelligence Service as a perpetrator of foreign interference and espionage against Canada.
May 02, 2026 · 42 articles
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International
Russia: Russia is a longstanding ally of Iran, with President Vladimir Putin meeting Abbas Araghchi and offering words of support amidst the ongoing tensions.
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.
Apr 27, 2026 · 50 articles
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International
Russia: Iran's ambassador to China suggested that Russia, along with China and the United Nations, could ensure long-term security guarantees for Iran.
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.
Apr 09, 2026 · 12 articles
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International
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.
Pakistan: Pakistan is actively mediating between the United States and Iran, proposing a second round of talks to de-escalate the conflict.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
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International
Russia: Russia previously blocked a Bahraini resolution and is currently considering a competing text, potentially hindering the US-backed resolution.
Pakistan: Pakistan mediated a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran, but abstained from voting on a previous UN resolution.
May 04, 2026 · 75 articles
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International
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.
Pakistan: Pakistan is in contact with the United States and Iran in an effort to extend the ceasefire and reach a peace deal.
May 09, 2026 · 15 articles
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International
Russia: Russia is a longstanding ally of Iran, with President Vladimir Putin offering words of support to Abbas Araghchi during his visit.
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.
Apr 28, 2026 · 47 articles
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International
Russia: Russia, a long-standing ally of Iran, hosted Abbas Araghchi and offered words of support.
Pakistan: Pakistan has acted as a mediator, hosting previous negotiations and facilitating the exchange of proposals between Iran and the United States.
Apr 27, 2026 · 32 articles
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International
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.
Pakistan: Pakistan is mediating peace negotiations between the United States and Iran, actively working to extend the ceasefire and achieve a peace deal.
May 04, 2026 · 139 articles
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International
Russia: Germany's previous reliance on cheap Russian gas contributed to its current energy crisis, which is now exacerbated by the latest conflict.
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.
Apr 30, 2026 · 52 articles
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International
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.
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.
May 10, 2026 · 46 articles
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International
Russia: Russia is a destination for Iranian diplomatic efforts, with Abbas Araghchi scheduled to meet with Russian officials, including potentially Vladimir Putin.
Pakistan: Pakistan is acting as a mediator for peace talks between Iran and the United States.
Apr 26, 2026 · 17 articles
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International
Russia: Russia is accused by Ukraine of violating a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, indicating ongoing conflict and instability.
Pakistan: Pakistan is acting as a mediator between Iran and the United States in the ceasefire negotiations.
May 10, 2026 · 9 articles
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International
Russia: Russia has previously offered to take Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, a proposal that could be revisited if negotiations progress.
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.
May 15, 2026 · 24 articles
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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.
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.
Apr 07, 2026 · 79 articles
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International
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.
Pakistan: Pakistan hosted peace talks between Iran and the US, with China credited by Donald Trump for helping Iran attend.
May 05, 2026 · 38 articles
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International
Russia: Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visited Russia to strengthen the partnership between the two nations.
Pakistan: Pakistan is acting as a mediator in the conflict, with Iran conveying its conditions for ending the conflict through Pakistan.
Apr 27, 2026 · 49 articles
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International
Russia: Russia is mentioned as an adversary that might become wise to Donald Trump's unpredictable negotiating strategy.
Pakistan: Pakistan mediated the truce agreement between the United States and Iran.
Apr 08, 2026 · 8 articles
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International
Russia: Russia hosted Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, where he discussed the war and Iran's perceived power and stability.
Pakistan: Pakistan has served as a mediator, passing messages between Iran and the United States and hosting initial peace talks.
Apr 28, 2026 · 27 articles
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International
Russia: Russia, as an ally of Iran, vetoed a prior International — United Nations Security Council resolution calling for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan: Pakistan is serving as a mediator in the peace negotiations between Iran and the United States, actively working to de-escalate the conflict.
May 07, 2026 · 31 articles
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International
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.
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.
May 06, 2026 · 31 articles
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Domestic
Russia: Russia's influence in Hungary is expected to diminish with the change in leadership, as the previous government under Viktor Orbán had close ties and often stalled EU initiatives against Russia.
Pakistan: Pakistan hosted 'peace talks' in Islamabad, where JD Vance made an unsuccessful appearance, a minor detail in the broader context of the Hungarian election.
Apr 15, 2026 · 22 articles
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International
Russia: Russia's invasion of Ukraine was referenced by Charles III when advocating for continued support for Ukraine.
Pakistan: Pakistan is hosting US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to facilitate potential talks with Iran to resolve the conflict. While direct meetings are uncertain, Pakistan is acting as a conduit for messages between the two sides.
Apr 14, 2026 · 260 articles
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International
Russia: The G7 finance ministers pledged to keep up pressure on Russia, though its war on Ukraine was more muted in discussions compared to the Middle East conflict.
Pakistan: Pakistan is mentioned as the potential location for the resumption of peace talks between the United States, Israel, and Iran.
Apr 02, 2026 · 45 articles
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