Iran has shown willingness to continue talks with the United States and reportedly prefers Islamabad as the venue for a second round of negotiations.
Pakistani officials said Tehran responded positively to proposals for more talks after the first direct meeting ended without an agreement. Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
Islamabad Talks May Resume Soon
Sources said Pakistan has suggested hosting another round of talks later this week or over the weekend.
Pakistan is being seen as the leading option again, although other cities such as Geneva have also been mentioned as alternatives.
First Round Lasted 21 Hours
The first talks were held on April 11–12 in Islamabad and were the highest-level direct US-Iran meeting since 1979.
The American side was reportedly led by JD Vance, while Iran’s delegation included Abbas Araghchi and Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
Negotiations lasted around 21 hours but ended without a breakthrough.
Main Issues Still Unresolved
The discussions focused on Iran’s nuclear programme, shipping safety in the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions relief, and reducing tensions in the region.
The US reportedly asked for clear guarantees that Iran would not develop nuclear weapons.
Iran rejected what it described as excessive demands and insisted on its right to peaceful nuclear technology.
Iran Says Diplomacy Still Preferred
Masoud Pezeshkian has repeated that diplomacy remains Iran’s preferred path, provided talks are fair and respect Iranian rights.
Iranian officials say a deal is still possible if Washington changes its approach.
Pakistan’s Role Praised
Pakistan has played an important role in arranging dialogue between both countries.
Shehbaz Sharif and Ishaq Dar have both supported continued diplomacy and peace efforts.
Pakistan’s involvement has raised its diplomatic standing internationally.
Global Attention on Next Steps
With the current ceasefire expected to expire soon, pressure is growing for progress.
A second round in Islamabad could help narrow differences and prevent renewed conflict, but major disagreements still remain.
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