“It should start with the immediate signing by Saudi Arabia and Qatar, and everybody else should follow suit. If they don't, they should not be part of this deal in that it shows bad intention,” he adds.
There are growing signs that major Asian importers are adapting to the new reality by striking direct arrangements with Gulf producers to allow vital flows of crude, chemicals and fertilizer through the strait.
Insiders claim premier has received "serious indications" delegation-level talks are on the cards; PMO source says no preparations yet for such a high-level meeting.
Notes that Pakistan hopes to host another round of US-Iran negotiations "very soon"; Trump says both sides should take their time in negotiationg the deal, there can be no mistakes.
Iranian suspicions about Pakistan’s close ties with Washington and Gulf states persist, while Pakistan remains uneasy over Tehran’s growing engagement with India.
Rubio sees progress towards ending war after Pakistani officials’ visit; reports suggest CDF Munir may travel to Iran if Naqvi-led talks lead to breakthrough.
Naqvi travels to Tehran for 2nd time in a week to break deadlock, meets Iranian president, IRGC chief; Saudi FM backs Pakistani mediation, praises Trump for giving diplomacy a chance.
US President Donald Trump has blasted Washington’s European allies in Nato for their response to his war on Iran — which has seen the crucial waterway closed.
