Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaffirmed the country's role in mediating dialogue between the United States and Iran after recent ceasefire negotiations failed. In a video message, Dar expressed gratitude to both nations for responding to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's invitation for peace talks held in Islamabad. U.S. Vice President JD Vance announced that the discussions had not yielded acceptable results for either side after 21 hours of talks. Dar urged both parties to uphold the ceasefire announced by former U.S. President Donald Trump, emphasizing the need for continued engagement to achieve lasting peace in the region. Iran's Foreign Ministry responded to the talks' failure by criticizing the U.S. for its demands, stating that Iran would not accept conditions that it deemed excessive. The situation remains tense as both nations navigate their complex relationship.