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Iran is moving into a delicate situation in efforts to avoid a major escalation in the Middle East as Pakistan-brokered negotiations with the United States take place, Reuters reported, citing security sources.
A nighttime attack by Iran on industrial facilities in Saudi Arabia linked to US companies has seriously jeopardized the progress of talks, according to a senior Pakistani security official. The source warned that any retaliation from Riyadh could lead to an immediate break in the dialogue.
The same official added that such an escalation could also involve Pakistan in the conflict, due to its defense agreement with Saudi Arabia.
A second source stressed that Iran is "walking on thin ice," underlining that the next three to four hours are critical to the fate of the negotiations.
According to Reuters, Pakistan has been at the center of diplomatic efforts in recent weeks, acting as the main mediator for proposals exchanged between Washington and Tehran. However, so far there are no signs of a possible compromise.
"We are in touch with the Iranians. They have recently shown flexibility to participate in talks, but at the same time they maintain a tough stance as a condition for any negotiations ," the Pakistani source said, adding that Islamabad is trying to convince Tehran to enter into dialogue without preconditions.
Recent developments show that the diplomatic process remains fragile and directly influenced by the situation on the ground, while the risk of a broader escalation continues to be high.
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