Pakistan’s role is not to impose a settlement, but to ensure that when either side is prepared to step back from confrontation, a diplomatic channel and a workable framework remain available.

Ukraine and Iran avoided escalation through ambiguity, but the Caspian incident exposed how fragile that restraint remains

Jinping's visit to Riyadh will strengthen the hand of those who criticize the Look to the East policy in Iran, which considers China an absolute ally within the scope of this policy since 2018.

Uncertainty in the Vienna talks and the developments in the region may slow down the implementation of the 25-year agreement between Iran and China.

Raisi considers the steps towards the East as a strategic achievement for the country's foreign policy, while opponents criticize Iran's potential dependency on Moscow and Beijing.

Although an agreement has been signed between Iran and China, there are several issues, including differences and similarities between the two countries, which raise many questions.

The global economic competition in favour of China recently, along with the US sanctions and the Nuclear Deal impasse, have brought a bilateral relation demand for Iran and China.

India and Iran have witnessed setbacks in their bilateral ties; a mere reflection of their unwavering desire to remain engaged despite prevalent pressures.

The deal, if implemented, could adversely impact India’s grand strategy in Iran.

Defence cooperation is currently playing an important factor in their strategic partnership from which both nations are aiming to achieve a win-win situation.

Indian interests at stake in Iran and the US are much higher now compared to previous times