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Pakistan, despite profound domestic challenges including widespread poverty, child stunting, and a massive out-of-school population, has strategically positioned itself as a crucial mediator in the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran. Dubbed "The Islamabad Process," this diplomatic effort saw Pakistan facilitate a ceasefire announcement and host high-level delegations, including US Vice President JD Vance and Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi, for intense negotiations. While Pakistani media celebrated these diplomatic achievements, even suggesting Nobel Peace Prize nominations, the article highlights a stark contrast with the country's internal realities, where the economic burden of the conflict, such as soaring fuel prices, exacerbates existing social crises. The process, involving carrying multiple proposals and brokering ceasefire extensions, has not yielded tangible relief for Pakistan in terms of sanctions or IMF program benefits. Furthermore, Pakistan has faced accusations from US Senator Lindsey Graham regarding Iranian aircraft at a Pakistani airbase and from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu concerning social media bot farms, underscoring the complex and scrutinized nature of its mediating role. The global attention on Pakistan's diplomatic prowess starkly overshadows its profound domestic struggles.
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