Pakistan's top military commander, Field Marshal Asim Munir, is traveling to Tehran on Friday in an effort to reach a deal under which the U.S. and Iran would agree to end the war and launch negotiations for a broader agreement, according to a Pakistani security source cited by Axios.
Munir has served as the lead mediator between the two adversaries since the conflict began. His journey to Tehran follows several days of lower-level talks, suggesting a final push by Pakistan to secure an accord. Multiple nations — including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkey — have also been involved in the mediation.
The proposed letter of intent would include an agreement to halt hostilities and establish principles for 30 more days of negotiations on a broader deal covering Iran's nuclear program. It remains unclear whether Tehran is willing to sign such a document, as some Iranian officials believe leverage currently favors their side.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged incremental progress on Friday, stating: "There's been some slight progress. I don't want to exaggerate it, but there's been a little bit of movement, and that's good." He did not provide specific details on the talks.
Pakistan's effort faces significant hurdles, as Iran's domestic political dynamics and strategic calculations remain opaque. The outcome of Munir's visit could determine whether the mediation gains momentum or stalls entirely.