{
  "id": 11337771,
  "title": "Islamabad hints at cautious shift on US sanctions against Iran",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/islamabad-hints-at-cautious-shift-on-us-sanctions-against-iran",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-02T02:22:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Dawn - Pakistan",
    "slug": "dawn-pakistan",
    "url": "https://www.dawn.com/news/2034164/islamabad-hints-at-cautious-shift-on-us-sanctions-against-iran"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Pakistan has subtly altered its stance towards the recently implemented US sanctions on Iran, stating that it will adhere to \"all applicable sanctions regimes\" under both international and domestic law. This statement, made by the Foreign Office spokesperson Sajjad Haider Khan, represents a more comprehensive approach compared to the earlier emphasis on international law and bilateral trade agreements. While the spokesperson did not specify what constitutes \"applicable\" sanctions, the shift is significant as it acknowledges the potential impact of US unilateral sanctions on Pakistani banks and companies. This broader framing acknowledges the practical reach of such sanctions, given that they can affect financial institutions operating in the international system. The foreign office spokesperson emphasized Pakistan's commitment to strategic ties with Washington and its adherence to the rule of law. However, the new formulation allows Islamabad to carefully consider the financial risks associated with dealing with Iran. This stance comes as Pakistan seeks to maintain its role as a mediator between the US and Iran, urging both nations to exercise restraint and resolve their differences through dialogue.",
  "summary": "ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Thursday signalled a cautious shift in its approach to the newly imposed US sanctions on Iran, saying it would adhere to “all applicable sanctions regimes” under international and domestic law, a formulation that goes beyond Islamabad’s earlier emphasis on international law and bilateral trade commitments with Tehran. “Pakistan is a responsible member of the international…",
  "key_points": [
    "Pakistan will comply with all applicable sanctions regimes under international and domestic law.",
    "Foreign Office spokesperson Sajjad Haider Khan announced the cautious shift in stance.",
    "New formulation acknowledges potential impact on Pakistani banks and companies."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
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    "outlets": 4,
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        "published": "2026-10-01T22:35:01.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Times of Israel",
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        "published": "2026-10-01T23:29:07.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Dawn",
        "title": "Islamabad hints at cautious shift on US sanctions against Iran",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/islamabad-hints-at-cautious-shift-on-us-sanctions-against-iran-11340223",
        "published": "2026-10-02T02:22:03.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}