Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived at Islamabad in Pakistan late last night with a senior delegation, signalling renewed diplomatic efforts to revive stalled negotiations between Tehran and Washington to end the war in West Asia. The Iranian delegation includes spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei. Mr Baqaei in a social media post clarified that no meeting is planned between Iran and the United States, adding that Tehran’s views and concerns would instead be conveyed to Washington through Pakistan.
The United States is also preparing diplomatic outreach, with US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner expected to arrive in Islamabad for discussions. Talking to reporters, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the development, stating that talks would be conducted directly. She added that Vice President JD Vance would remain engaged from Washington, coordinating with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the national security team.
US President Donald Trump said yesterday that Iran is preparing to make an offer aimed at meeting US demands, as peace talks are expected to resume in Pakistan. He reiterated that any potential agreement must include Iran giving up its enriched uranium and ensuring free movement of oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump also raised concerns over Iran’s leadership, with US officials suggesting internal divisions within Tehran’s power structure.
The US President further stated that the American military will continue its blockade of Iranian ports until a deal is reached.
The US delegation is expected to pick up from the 11th of April talks which were led by Vice President JD Vance, but failed to get a clear commitment from Iran on its nuclear fuel enrichment programme.
Ahead to his departure from Tehran, Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi said, he was travelling to Pakistan, Oman and Russia to closely coordinate with them on bilateral matters and consult on regional developments. Mr Araghchi said, he will hold bilateral consultations and discuss current developments in the region, as well as the latest situation in the US-Iran war.
