Pakistan says efforts are still underway to bridge gaps between the United States and Iran despite the collapse of face-to-face negotiations. The development comes after planned diplomatic talks failed to take place, deepening uncertainty over peace prospects. Mediators continue to explore remote communication channels.
According to Pakistani sources, informal negotiations are still ongoing between the two sides. However, no in-person meeting is planned until both parties reach closer agreement on key issues. Officials say discussions are currently focused on narrowing differences remotely.
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US President Donald Trump said Iran can contact Washington directly if it wants to negotiate. He reiterated that Iran must not develop nuclear weapons, calling it a non-negotiable condition. His remarks underline continued US pressure amid stalled diplomacy.
Efforts to host direct talks in Islamabad were abandoned after US envoys cancelled their visit. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi had travelled between Islamabad, Oman, and Russia as part of mediation efforts. The planned diplomatic breakthrough has yet to materialize.
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Meanwhile, tensions in the region continue to affect global energy markets, with oil prices rising due to supply concerns. Pakistan’s mediation role remains active, but officials acknowledge that progress depends on narrowing major political differences between Washington and Tehran.