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Pakistan Takes on Mediator Role

The Warcast
Michael Kugelman and Kerry Anderson
April 10, 2026

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Episode Notes:

Pakistan acted as mediator between the United States and Iran, helping reach a two-week ceasefire agreement and hosting upcoming talks. At the same time, China is acting as a mediator in the conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Michael Kugelman returns to the Warcast to provide insights into Pakistan's new role as mediator, its interests in resolving the war with Iran, and its fight with the Taliban.

Image: The White House via Wikimedia Commons