Talks between the United States and Iran are expected to take place in Islamabad later this week, with mediation efforts reportedly pushing for the dialogue to be held in the Pakistani capital, according to Reuters.
As per Reuters, Pakistan has become actively engaged in mediation efforts aimed at securing a ceasefire and reducing tensions between the US and Iran. In this regard, Islamabad has been proposed as a potential venue for negotiations, where key meetings are expected in the coming days.
Iran will be represented by the Speaker of its Parliament, Dr. Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, while the US side is expected to include Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and possibly J.D. Vance.
Last year, the US government had also appreciated Pakistan’s willingness to mediate in matters involving Iran. These talks come at a time when regional tensions and the global energy crisis have intensified, and dialogue between the two countries is seen as a way to contain a potentially dangerous situation.
In recent efforts to de-escalate tensions, Pakistan, Türkiye, and Egypt have played mediating roles.
According to a Reuters reporter, Iran’s Foreign Ministry said that steps are being taken to reduce tensions and that Iran wants the US, seen as the initiating party in the conflict, to participate directly in negotiations.
Reuters also cited a US source saying that the purpose of the talks was to end the conflict and resolve outstanding issues.
With the cooperation of Pakistan, Türkiye, and Egypt, pathways for dialogue have opened, helping to manage the volatile situation.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he had ordered a five-day delay on any potential military strike targeting Iranian power facilities.
It is worth noting that Pakistan, as a key regional player with close ties to both Iran and Gulf countries, is being viewed as a potential neutral mediator.
