Renewed Diplomatic Efforts: Iran and US Meet for Critical Peace Talks in Islamabad
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrives in Islamabad for a second round of US-Iran peace talks. Accompanied by government spokesperson Ismaeel Buqai, Araghchi is expected to meet Pakistani leaders and potentially US officials. This follows unsuccessful initial talks, with ongoing diplomatic efforts led by Pakistan to facilitate dialogue.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Islamabad late Friday night, initiating the second round of peace talks with the United States, an official reported. Accompanied by a small delegation including government spokesperson Ismaeel Buqai, Araghchi is poised to meet with key Pakistani figures such as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Gen Syed Asim Munir.
Additionally, the discussions may involve US officials as part of efforts to restart dialogue. According to the official, the US logistics and security teams have already set the stage in Islamabad for these negotiations, illustrating Pakistan's role as a pivotal mediator.
The talks trail an unproductive first round held on April 11 and 12. In parallel, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and adviser Jared Kushner are heading to Pakistan on Saturday to participate in the renewed engagement.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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