Field Marshal helped push ceasefire talks toward final phase, says US TV report

WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD: A report by CBS News has claimed that Pakistan’s military and political leadership played a significant mediating role in efforts to advance talks between the United States and Iran.

According to the report, Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces and Army Chief Syed Asim Munir has gained the trust of both U.S. and Iranian leadership and contributed to moving negotiations closer to a final stage.

The report stated that General Asim Munir’s recent visit to Tehran added momentum to ongoing diplomatic efforts, helping bridge gaps in the proposed agreement process.

CBS News further claimed that amid the complex regional situation involving Gulf states and Lebanon, Pakistan emerged as a key country capable of helping shape and finalize a draft framework for a potential agreement.

It added that the draft was shared with both Iranian and American leadership for review following Asim Munir’s return from Tehran.

The report also highlighted what it described as strong coordination between Pakistan’s civilian and military leadership as a crucial factor in the mediation efforts.

CBS News noted that U.S. President Donald Trump had previously referred to General Asim Munir as his “favorite field marshal,” underscoring his perceived influence in diplomatic channels.

The report further said that discussions held in Islamabad reportedly helped reduce tensions and supported progress in the negotiations.

It also recalled Pakistan’s historical role in facilitating major diplomatic breakthroughs, including efforts that contributed to the normalization of relations between the United States and China in earlier decades.