Thirty-one (31) hours of continuous diplomacy, spanning multiple sessions, covered substantial ground and yielded several positive outcomes.
However, this remains a complex, deeply rooted conflict, marked by significant divergences and the presence of external spoilers and detractors.
What has been achieved-or not-was ultimately shaped by the two sides themselves, both constrained by domestic pressures and long-standing positions.
Pakistan, nonetheless, made an unprecedented effort in the interest of regional and global peace.
The statement by US Vice President J.D. Vance offers a glimmer of hope, particularly his reference to proposals put forward during the mediation process.
Both sides now have a clearer understanding of each other’s positions, and progress can only move forward from that point.
It is not for Pakistan to disclose the substantive details of the negotiations, given the confidentiality involved and its role as a mediator.
Pakistan played a truly remarkable innings.