Negotiating teams from the United States and Iran could return to Islamabad later this week for another round of peace talks. The possible meeting follows recent high-level discussions that ended without a breakthrough. The development signals continued diplomatic efforts to ease tensions between both countries.
According to five sources cited by Reuters, no final date has been confirmed yet. However, both sides are reportedly keeping the end of the week open for a potential meeting. A senior Iranian source said Friday through Sunday remains under consideration for talks.
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Earlier discussions held in Islamabad marked the first direct US-Iran engagement in more than a decade. Those talks were also the most senior-level contact since Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution. Pakistani officials have been coordinating timing for the next round with both delegations.
A senior Pakistani official said Iran has responded positively to continuing dialogue. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s foreign ministry, military, and prime minister’s office have not issued formal comments. The White House has also remained silent on the reported developments.
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US Vice President JD Vance and Iranian Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf led previous delegations in the last round of talks. Key issues included the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s nuclear program, and sanctions relief. Vance said the US presented its final proposal and is now awaiting Iran’s response.