Delegations from the United States and Iran held their first full-scale ceasefire negotiations on April 11 local time in Islamabad, Pakistan’s capital.
Iranian officials, including the president of Tasnim News Agency, confirmed that direct talks between Iran and the US commenced in Islamabad. Observers note that a three-party meeting involving representatives from the US, Iran, and Pakistan also took place.
Key Discussions and Delegations
During the session, US and Iranian envoys engaged in intensive discussions on a ceasefire proposal presented that day to Pakistan’s prime minister. The US team was led by JD Vance, serving as deputy vice president, with Jared Kushner, special envoy for the Donald Trump administration, also participating.
Iran’s delegation included Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, speaker of the Iranian parliament, and Abbas Araghchi, foreign minister plenipotentiary.
Context and Pakistani Response
This meeting marks the first major diplomatic engagement since both nations abruptly agreed to a two-week truce following strikes on April 7. Following the talks, Pakistan’s foreign ministry expressed support, stating that it “hopes both sides actively participate constructively to find realistic solutions.”
