Why Israel Questions Pakistan's Role in US-Iran Peace Talks

In a recent interview, Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, voiced concerns about trusting Pakistan in the context of US-Iran negotiations, citing the absence of diplomatic relations. He emphasized that Israel's confidence lies in its own assessments and those of its allies, particularly the United States. Amidst Pakistan's attempts to position itself as a mediator in the West Asia conflict, Azar reaffirmed Israel's strong partnership with India, highlighting significant agreements made during Prime Minister Modi's visit to Israel. The discussion also touched on Israel's historical support for India in the fight against terrorism, underscoring the complexities of international relations in the region.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 25, 2026, 12:24 IST

Israel's Stance on Diplomatic Relations

In a recent statement, Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, expressed skepticism regarding Pakistan's involvement in the ongoing diplomatic efforts concerning Iran. He emphasized that Israel does not trust nations with which it lacks formal diplomatic ties.

During an exclusive interview, Azar highlighted that Israel's decisions are based on its own evaluations and those of its key allies.

He stated, "We cannot place our trust in a country that does not maintain diplomatic relations with us. Our confidence lies in our judgment and that of the United States President."

These comments arise amidst reports of Pakistan's engagement with the US regarding the West Asia conflict, where it has proposed to facilitate peace talks among the involved nations.

Despite its ongoing issues with Kabul, Islamabad is positioning itself as a potential mediator, leveraging its relationships with both Washington and Tehran, even as it continues military actions in Afghanistan.

When questioned about the US's plans to invest in Balochistan, Pakistan, and its potential impact on India-Israel relations, Azar remarked that this matter does not concern Israel directly, while reaffirming the strong partnership with New Delhi.

"Israel is not involved in that. Our cooperation with India is extensive. Thanks to Prime Minister Modi's visit, we have made significant progress and signed numerous agreements in defense and other sectors," he noted.

In February, Prime Minister Modi's visit to Israel marked a significant elevation of bilateral relations, resulting in over 16 agreements covering areas such as Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, defense, agriculture, and space.

Both nations reiterated their commitment to combatting terrorism globally and expressed support for peace initiatives in Gaza.

Historically, Israel has shown strong diplomatic support for India following terrorist attacks. After the tragic Pahalgam incident in Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 tourists lost their lives due to Pakistan-backed terrorists, Israel was quick to express solidarity with India’s right to defend itself.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu personally reached out to Modi to condemn the attack, drawing parallels to the October 7 attacks in Israel, and emphasized that terrorism should not be tolerated.

In response to the attack, India initiated Operation Sindoor, targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

Azar also conveyed on social media that Israel stands by India's right to self-defense, asserting that "terrorists should understand there is no refuge from their heinous acts."

Netanyahu was among the first world leaders to support India's response, reiterating that every nation has the inherent right to safeguard its citizens from cross-border threats.