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News India Live, Digital Desk: US President Donald Trump has taken a shocking step under his new foreign policy. According to international media reports, the Trump administration has assigned Pakistan the ‘difficult task’ of mediating with Iran and convincing it to adopt a soft stance on nuclear and regional issues. This decision of Trump can bring a new turn not only in the politics of South Asia but also in the entire Middle East. Now the question is arising whether Pakistan, which is struggling with financial crisis, will be able to melt the ice between America and Iran?
Trump’s ‘Pakistan Card’: What is the intention?
Donald Trump has always been known for his image of a ‘deal maker’. If reports are to be believed, Trump has tried to give a new dimension to his relations with Pakistan. America wants Pakistan to use its influence on its neighboring country Iran so that the ongoing tension between Tehran and Washington can be reduced. The Trump administration believes that Pakistan’s cultural and religious ties with Iran can make it a better mediator. This step is also important because Trump wants to implement the policy of ‘Maximum Pressure’ on Iran in a new way.
‘Do or die’ situation for Pakistan
This is a big diplomatic test for Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif. On one hand, Pakistan needs financial assistance and support from America, while on the other hand, it cannot afford to anger its neighbor Iran. If Pakistan is successful in this mediation, its stature on the international stage will increase significantly. But, if it fails, it may have to face the wrath of Trump, who has earlier also warned of stopping aid to Pakistan.
Iran’s stance: Will it listen to Pakistan?
Relations between Iran and Pakistan have been full of ups and downs in recent times. Despite border disputes and terrorist attacks, communication between the two countries continues. However, Iran knows very well that Pakistan is currently working under American pressure. In such a situation, Tehran can remain firm on its conditions before reaching any agreement. Experts believe that Iran will not back down until America gives a concrete assurance of relaxing the economic sanctions imposed on it.
Will it affect India?
Trump bringing Pakistan into this important role is also a matter to be noted for India. India has strategic relations with Iran such as Chabahar Port. If Pakistan acts as a bridge between America and Iran, the regional equations may change. However, the Indian Foreign Ministry is keeping an eye on this entire incident. Whether Trump’s ‘new game plan’ will be successful or not will become clear in the coming weeks.
