“India a mediator; Pak seeking relevance”: Israel’s Sp. Envoy
The Foreign Ministry of Israel’s Special Envoy Fleur Hassan-Nahoum has raised questions over Pakistan’s role as a mediator in the ongoing West Asia conflict, suggesting that Islamabad may be seeking global relevance through its involvement. She said it remains unclear what Pakistan’s intentions are, adding that the country appears to be positioning itself at the centre of the issue without a clear path to contributing effectively.
Hassan-Nahoum expressed doubt over Pakistan’s ability to play a meaningful role in resolving the crisis, noting that its efforts may not yield significant results. She also pointed to concerns about Pakistan’s credibility, describing it as a “huge problem” in the context of jihadi terrorism—an issue that continues to draw global attention.
According to her, Pakistan’s engagement could be driven more by the desire to be associated with a major international development rather than a genuine effort to help resolve the conflict.
Amid rising tensions in West Asia, several countries have shown interest in facilitating dialogue. However, Hassan-Nahoum indicated that Israel remains cautious about Pakistan’s involvement and is closely monitoring its actions while maintaining a degree of skepticism.
