Perils of mediation

PAKISTAN is in the diplomatic spotlight for its efforts to mediate in the US-Iran war. While this role could be beneficial in resolving the conflict, it also presents significant risks. Mediation between the aggressor and aggrieved has its inherent pitfalls. The task becomes more challenging when one party possesses far greater power and resou­r­ces. In such cases, the weaker party may feel pressu­­­red to accept terms that are not in their best interest.