KARACHI: A delicate round of negotiations hosted by Pakistan entered a new phase on Sunday after US Vice President JD Vance abruptly left the country, even as two senior members of his delegation — real estate investor Steve Witkoff and former White House adviser Jared Kushner — stayed behind to continue discussions.
According to Al Arabiya, the departure of the Vice President marked a turning point in the two‑day dialogue aimed at resolving one of the most complex military and political issues between Washington and Islamabad. Yet the continued presence of Witkoff and Kushner signals that the process has not completely broken down, and that channels of communication remain open.
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The talks, convened under Pakistan’s auspices, have been described by officials as sensitive and high‑stakes. Vance’s exit this morning raised questions about the trajectory of the negotiations, but diplomats note that the engagement of his senior aides suggests Washington is still invested in exploring possible compromises.
Observers say the coming hours will be critical in determining whether the dialogue can yield tangible progress or whether the Vice President’s departure foreshadows a deeper impasse. For now, Pakistan’s role as host underscores its bid to keep both sides at the table, even as the atmosphere remains tense.
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