ISLAMABAD: US President Donald Trump has indicated he may visit Islamabad if a potential agreement with Iran is finalised in the Pakistani capital, signalling progress in ongoing diplomatic efforts between the two countries.
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Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said that Tehran has shown significant flexibility during negotiations and is “close to agreeing on almost everything.” He added that if a deal is reached and formally signed in Islamabad, he could consider travelling there.
میں جاؤں گا، ہاں! میں پاکستان جاؤں گا
صدر ٹرمپ نے پاکستان آنے کا اعلان کر دیا
فیلڈ مارشل اور وزیر اعظم واقعی بہت اچھے ہیں۔ پاکستان بہت مد دگار رہا ہے۔ ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ pic.twitter.com/kkWcXe1foi— ترکیہ اردو (@TurkiyeUrdu_) April 16, 2026
The statement comes as the United States and Iran continue discussions under a temporary ceasefire arrangement that has held for two weeks. Diplomatic sources suggest that a second round of talks between the two sides is also likely to take place in Islamabad, reflecting Pakistan’s growing role as a mediator in the process.
Trump further claimed that Iran has agreed to hand over its enriched uranium supply, a key demand that has long been central to Washington’s concerns over Tehran’s nuclear programme. He described the ongoing negotiations as “very positive” and expressed optimism that a breakthrough could be achieved soon.
When asked about the possibility of extending the current ceasefire, the US president said he was uncertain if it would be necessary, noting that progress in talks could lead to a resolution before the deadline. “Iran wants a deal, and we are dealing with them in a very good way,” he said.
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Meanwhile, broader regional developments continue to evolve, with reports indicating a separate 10-day ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel, further highlighting ongoing diplomatic efforts to stabilise tensions in the Middle East.