New Delhi, April 9 (NationPress) Reuven Azar, Israel's Ambassador to India, stated on Thursday that the United States has opted to engage Pakistan as a facilitator for its own strategic motives. He emphasized that Jerusalem supports Washington's decision, provided the 15-point strategy aimed at concluding the conflict in the Middle East is effectively executed.

"While we have not observed Pakistan actively participating in the conflict, their role has not been constructive. The U.S. has selected them as a facilitator for reasons of their own. We have confidence that the U.S. will implement the 15-point plan," Azar shared in an exclusive interview with IANS.

Multiple reports suggest that the White House is leveraging Pakistan as an intermediary to engage Iran regarding a temporary ceasefire. This involves Islamabad relaying a U.S.-formulated 15-point proposal along with Iran's feedback, which includes both five- and ten-point counter-proposals.

Azar expressed optimism that, following the dismantling of what he termed "existential threats"—primarily Iran's military nuclear agenda—Israel anticipates that the Iranian government will begin collaborating with the U.S. on a broader initiative aimed at halting hostilities that have left the global community on edge for several weeks.

"We are quite pleased. Our military operations have reached their limit, and we are relieved that diplomacy may be given another opportunity. We hope this regime seizes the moment and opts to collaborate with President Trump's 15-point plan. If they do, not only will they gain relief, but the entire region will benefit. We sincerely wish for this outcome. However, we remain prepared should they fail to honor the ceasefire or attempt to delay further. Our forces stand ready to defend ourselves should hostilities resume," the Israeli envoy remarked.

He reiterated that Iran's capacity for nuclear weapon production has been significantly impaired and the regime appears to be faltering due to dwindling internal support.

"We have effectively crippled Iran's nuclear weapons production capabilities and have delayed their program by several years. We will continue to monitor the situation until enriched uranium is safely extracted and all enrichment activities cease. Should Iran resume its program, we will take necessary actions to protect ourselves from this threat," Azar stated.

"Cracks are emerging within the regime. There seems to be a disconnection between the IRGC and the leadership. The regime has resorted to inviting foreign militias, indicating a lack of internal backing. Despite internet restrictions, reports indicate a growing public response to strikes against the regime, reflecting instability. We hope for a change in or of the regime in the future," he concluded.