Iran-US war: US Senator questions Pakistan’s role as mediator after it refuses to sign Abraham Accords

Two Republican senators have raised concerns about the roles of Qatar and Pakistan in US-Iran peace deal, accusing them of having long-standing links with militant groups. Their comments came after US Vice President J D Vance spoke warmly about Pakistan during diplomatic talks involving Iran.

Senator Rick Scott of Florida said in a post on X on Monday:

“It should be clear to everybody by now who our friends really are. Qatar and Pakistan have long histories of harbouring terrorists, and right now they seem far more invested in propping up Iran’s decades-long terror campaign than achieving a meaningful peace.”

“There is still room for a workable agreement that benefits everyone. HOWEVER, what everybody needs to get through their heads here is that there is ZERO chance Iran comes out of this able to build a nuclear weapon.”