The Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the continuation of cooperation with regional countries to reduce tensions. The ministry's spokesperson discussed a five-point initiative presented by Pakistan and China.

The spokesperson said, "There are common points between Iran's and the United States' positions that could lead to an agreement." He confirmed that both countries trust Pakistan to facilitate the talks.

Islamabad reaffirmed its determination to continue dialogue and to facilitate discussions between the two sides, noting that it is awaiting the scheduling of a meeting between the concerned parties.

U.S. President Donald Trump (AFP).

Pakistan clarified that it is coordinating with China and other partners to facilitate these talks.

Iran: The United States’ demands to end the war in the Middle East are "extreme and illogical"

On Thursday, Iran described the United States’ demands to end the war in the Middle East as "extreme and illogical," while denying that any negotiations over a ceasefire were taking place, according to Iranian media.

Iranian news agency ISNA quoted the spokesperson for Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Esmail Baghaei, as saying, "Messages have been received through intermediaries, including Pakistan, but there are no direct negotiations with the United States." He added that Washington’s demands are "extreme and illogical."

State television reported him saying, "We are prepared for any type of attack, including a ground attack," while U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that Tehran is demanding a ceasefire.