As the deadlock between Washington and Tehran continues and the world remains hopeful for an agreement, the potential for a different scenario — the return to conflict — hangs in the air.
The time is running out, with Friday set as the expected deadline for Pakistan to obtain Iran’s updated peace offer, after US President Donald Trump dismissed an earlier version while aiming to limit Tehran’s nuclear potential.
Mediators in Islamabad think a just agreement is achievable and it now relies on Tehran to react, based on information from those aware of the situation.
Although Pakistan has been striving diligently to reach an agreement, the US and Iran have intensified their threats and provocations.
Iran seems to be stalling negotiations, prolonging discussions, while Washington is trying to pressure Iran by implementing severe economic damage through trade port blockades.
It remains uncertain what will occur after Friday if Iran does not react positively with a new proposal. What is certain, though, is that each side is prepared for a possible return to conflict if they fail to reach an agreement on peace terms.
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