Overview
- Ambassador Albert Khorev told an Islamabad forum that Russia is ready to facilitate talks between Pakistan and its neighbors.
- He said tensions are often stoked by external powers and argued disputes are best resolved by regional parties.
- Khorev described Pakistan as an important partner in President Vladimir Putin’s Greater Eurasian Partnership vision.
- Russia voiced support for cooperation on peace, counterterrorism, and social and economic development in the region.
- The public offer followed Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar’s meeting with Putin in Moscow, as Pakistan signals openness to friendly mediation after Iran’s offer and the collapse of Qatar- and Türkiye-led talks with the Afghan Taliban.