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Iranian Parliament Speaker Blames US for Peace Obstacles and Credits Pakistan Mediation

Apr 16, 2026 04:13 PM CT Tehran, Iran diplomacy,iran,pakistan,us,mediation,conflict-resolution

Summary

Iranian Parliament Speaker Bagher Ghalibaf attributed the failure to establish peace to US violations of obligations while acknowledging Pakistan's mediation efforts. This statement highlights Iran's diplomatic strategy of shifting blame to the US while seeking regional partners to facilitate conflict resolution. The event underscores ongoing diplomatic maneuvering but does not indicate an immediate escalation in military hostilities.

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Bagher Ghalibaf expressed gratitude to Pakistan for the support and mediation efforts to resolve the conflict

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Iran NEUTRAL

Parliament Speaker Bagher Ghalibaf stated that US violations prevent peace and expressed gratitude to Pakistan for mediation support.

United States NEUTRAL

Cited by Iranian leadership as violating obligations and obstructing peace efforts.

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