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Iran talks set to resume in Pakistan as US delegation en route amid fragile ceasefire
By Aurax Desk | April 25, 2026 | 2 min read
Diplomatic efforts to revive Iran negotiations are expected to resume in Pakistan, with US envoys travelling for indirect talks as tensions persist despite a ceasefire.
An empty переговорation chamber with the flags of the United States and Iran displayed, symbolising renewed diplomatic efforts to ustain a fragile ceasefire. (File photo/illustration)
Fresh diplomatic efforts to end the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Iran are expected to resume in Pakistan, with US envoys currently en route for indirect negotiations amid a fragile ceasefire.
According to reports, US representatives are expected to hold backchannel talks with Iran’s foreign minister in Islamabad, with Pakistan acting as a key mediator. Tehran has continued to resist direct negotiations with Washington, instead favouring indirect diplomacy following earlier stalled discussions.
Notably, senior political figures are not expected to participate at the highest level in this round, signalling cautious engagement and tempered expectations for any immediate breakthrough. Officials familiar with the process say discussions could begin within days, although no exact timetable has been confirmed.
Islamabad, April 24, 2026: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is welcomed by Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Field Marshal Asim Munir upon his arrival for high-level diplomatic talks.
The anticipated talks come against the backdrop of continued military pressure. The United States has maintained a strong strategic posture in the region, including measures affecting shipping routes near the Strait of Hormuz—a critical artery for global oil supply.
While a ceasefire remains in place, tensions continue to simmer. The conflict has already disrupted global energy markets, with uncertainty over supply contributing to volatility in oil prices and broader economic concerns.
The broader confrontation, which escalated earlier this year following failed nuclear negotiations and military exchanges, has caused significant regional instability. Mediation efforts led by Pakistan are seen as one of the few viable diplomatic channels, though the path to a lasting agreement remains uncertain.
With both sides holding firm positions—particularly on Iran’s nuclear programme and regional influence—the upcoming talks are shaping up as a crucial test of whether diplomacy can prevent further escalation.
Sources: Washington Post, Ap News, Al Jazeera, Reuters, BBC
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