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Trump backs Pakistan as Iran mediator after Lindsey Graham criticism
Filed: May 12, 2026 at 8:03 PM ET
Summary: Donald Trump praised Pakistan as an Iran mediator after Lindsey Graham criticized Islamabad’s role.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Backed Pakistan as an Iran mediator following criticism from Lindsey Graham
WHEN: May 12, 2026 at 4:24 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The statement was triggered by criticism from Lindsey Graham about Pakistan facilitating Iran diplomacy.
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