Russia has offered to mediate between Pakistan and Afghanistan to ease rising tensions between the two neighbours, becoming the second regional power, after Iran, to propose such a role, 24NewsHD TV channel reported on Sunday.
According to the channel report, the Russian foreign ministry’s spokesperson described Pakistan and Afghanistan as important partners for Moscow and warned that continued border tensions posed a threat to regional security.
The Russian foreign ministry’s spokesperson said stability in the region was a priority for Russia and the international community, and that diplomatic efforts could help secure lasting peace.
Calling dialogue the only sustainable way to resolve disputes, the spokesperson urged both countries to exercise restraint and settle their differences through talks.
She also appealed to Islamabad and Kabul to refrain from actions that could escalate tensions and to keep communication channels open.
The development comes after Iran offered on 9 November 2025 to mediate between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban to reduce tensions and encourage dialogue, according to a report by 24NewsHD.
Diplomatic sources said Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi telephoned Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to express concern over the situation.
Araqchi urged both sides to continue negotiations, stressing that all disagreements must be addressed through peaceful dialogue.
Ishaq Dar briefed his Iranian counterpart on Pakistan’s recent engagements with Afghan officials and the current circumstances along the border.
According to diplomatic sources, Araqchi highlighted the long-standing and friendly ties among Iran, Pakistan and Afghanistan, and reaffirmed Tehran’s desire to strengthen cooperation with Islamabad in multiple sectors.
During the discussion, the two ministers also reviewed bilateral relations and broader regional and international developments.
Araqchi reiterated Iran’s willingness to provide all possible support to help foster peace and reconciliation between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Foreign Minister Dar emphasised that regional peace and stability remained Pakistan’s top priority. Both sides agreed to stay in close contact and maintain ongoing consultations on the matter.