The joint Qatar-Pakistan mediation format is notable, it combines Doha’s established diplomatic brokerage with Islamabad’s strategic geography, military weight, and renewed relevance in Washington.

Qatar said US-Iran negotiations have begun in Switzerland with Qatari and Pakistani mediation to discuss implementation of the interim agreement and work toward a final deal.

Qatar's Foreign Ministry on Sunday announced the beginning of the talks between the US and Iran with the mediation of Qatar and Pakistan in Switzerland.

Qatar is serving as a mediator alongside Pakistan

US Vice-President JD Vance makes an opening statement at the start of a quadrilateral meeting between the US, Iran, Pakistan, and Qatar at the Lake Lucerne Summit, at Buergenstock…