Iran’s Foreign Minister in Pakistan as US Talks Remain Unconfirmed
Iran’s Foreign Minister in Pakistan as US Talks Remain Unconfirmed
Iran’s foreign minister meets Pakistani leaders as mediation intensifies; Tehran says no direct US talks on this trip, even as Washington sends envoys to Islamabad.
Islamabad welcomed a high-level diplomatic push as Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived with a senior delegation for an official visit, signaling renewed activity in a region where Pakistan has positioned itself as a key mediator.
Iran stressed that there would be no direct talks with the United States during this trip, saying its observations would be conveyed to Pakistan as part of ongoing mediation.
Washington has said it will send envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan to explore possible discussions, underscoring a renewed effort to re-engage Tehran even as Tehran insists on indirect channels.
Araghchi's itinerary is described as part of a broader diplomatic outreach that reportedly includes stops in Muscat and Moscow, reflecting Tehran's willingness to engage through multiple intermediaries.
Pakistan's mediation remains central to the dynamic, with officials in Islamabad signaling that a second round of dialogue could be facilitated, while both sides carefully manage expectations about direct talks.
