Washington / Islamabad: Talks between the United States and Iran may resume within days, despite the recent failure of negotiations in Islamabad, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal.
Officials familiar with the situation say several regional countries are quietly working to bring both sides back to the table and extend the fragile ceasefire. Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
Islamabad Talks End Without Breakthrough
The latest round of direct talks took place in Islamabad and lasted nearly 21 hours. It was one of the first confirmed face-to-face meetings between senior US and Iranian officials in years.
The US team was led by JD Vance, along with envoy Steve Witkoff and advisor Jared Kushner.
Iran was represented by Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, among others.
Despite long discussions, no agreement was reached. The main disagreements included:
- Iran’s nuclear programme
- Access and control over the Strait of Hormuz
- Iran’s role in the region
Both sides blamed each other but did not completely shut the door on future talks.
Mediators Push for New Talks
Regional countries, including Pakistan, are now trying to organise another round of negotiations quickly.
Even though public statements from both sides have been strong, behind the scenes there is still interest in continuing diplomacy. The goal is to extend the current two-week ceasefire and avoid further escalation.
Rising Tensions in the Background
These talks come during a period of high tension between the US and Iran. The situation has already affected global markets, especially oil prices, due to concerns about disruptions in the Gulf.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a key issue, as a large portion of the world’s oil supply passes through it.
What Happens Next?
No official date has been announced yet for the next round of talks. However, reports suggest that both sides may return to negotiations soon, possibly within days.
Experts believe that although both countries are taking tough public positions, their willingness to keep talking shows that diplomacy is still possible.
Final Note
The coming days will be crucial. If talks resume and the ceasefire is extended, tensions may ease. If not, the region could face further uncertainty.
More updates are expected as the situation develops.
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