The crisis between United States, Israel and Iran adds a new diplomatic obstacle. Iranian authorities have stated that they will not send a negotiating delegation to Pakistan as long as the naval blockade imposed by Washington continues.
The decision complicates the plans announced by the US president, Donald Trump, who had advanced the displacement of representatives to Islamabad to open a new round of talks this week.
The Iranian rejection arrives at an especially sensitive moment, with the current ceasefire close to expiring and with the Strait of Hormuz once again becoming one of the main focal points of international tension.
Tehran maintains the pulse and Trump does not lower the pressure
From Iran it is insisted that there will be no real progress while the United States maintains coercive measures in the maritime and commercial environment. The Iranian government considers it incompatible to negotiate under military pressure and maintains that the blockade violates the commitments made during the truce.
At the same time, Tehran maintains that any serious dialogue must include guarantees on the lifting of economic and security restrictions.
For his part, Trump continues to publicly defend that he seeks a quick agreement, although without renouncing the threatening tone that has marked recent weeks. The White House keeps the diplomatic channel open while warning of new actions if there is no progress.
With the truce about to end and no confirmed meeting in Islamabad, the coming days will be decisive to check if both sides return to the dialogue table or if the crisis enters a new phase of escalation.
The standoff between Washington and Tehran also keeps international energy markets on alert, pending any movement in the Strait of Hormuz.