Pakistan has expressed hope that the United States (US) and Iran will engage constructively in ongoing high-level negotiations being held in Islamabad, aimed at reducing tensions and advancing peace in the Middle East.
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said Pakistan is committed to facilitating dialogue between the two sides and expects the discussions to contribute to a peaceful and durable resolution of the conflict.
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Arrival of the US Delegation for Islamabad Talks
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The talks bring together senior delegations from both countries. The US team, led by Vice President JD Vance, includes special envoy Steve Witkoff and adviser Jared Kushner. The delegation was received in Islamabad by senior Pakistani civil and military leadership upon arrival.
On the Iranian side, the delegation is led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and includes Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi along with other senior political, military, and economic officials.
Pakistan’s leadership has emphasized that hosting the talks reflects its commitment to regional peace and stability. Officials say Islamabad aims to provide a neutral platform where both sides can address key concerns, including security tensions, sanctions, and broader geopolitical disputes.
The Iranian delegation’s visit comes amid heightened regional sensitivities, with both sides entering negotiations after weeks of diplomatic strain. Reports indicate that humanitarian concerns and recent incidents in conflict zones have added emotional weight to the discussions.
Pakistan has reiterated that it will continue to support efforts that promote dialogue over confrontation, stressing that lasting peace can only be achieved through diplomatic engagement rather than escalation.
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Observers view the Islamabad talks as a rare diplomatic opening between Washington and Tehran, with expectations cautiously focused on confidence-building measures rather than immediate breakthroughs.