Iran signals ceasefire-focused talks via Pakistan mediation

TEHRAN: Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baqai said in a news briefing that messages are being exchanged with the United States through Pakistan, and whatever negotiations take place now will be for a complete ceasefire.

The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said that the exchange of messages has been going on since last Sunday. We have received messages from Pakistani mediators, and our position is very clear.

He said that it is highly likely that Iran will host a Pakistani delegation today as part of the continuation of the negotiations.

The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said that the talks in Pakistan included discussions on a complete ceasefire, lifting sanctions, and compensation for war losses.

Esmail Baqai said that the American and Zionist governments are hostile to each other. He added that the talks in Pakistan included discussions on a complete ceasefire, lifting sanctions, and compensation for war losses.

Ismail Baqai said that the news of the ceasefire extension has not yet been confirmed, adding that during the negotiations in Pakistan, Iran’s frozen assets were demanded to be restored, but no results were achieved.

Second round of Iran-US talks likely in Islamabad next week

The second round of Iran-US talks is likely to take place in Islamabad by the end of next week. Reports say that instructions have been issued to the administration and security agencies for preparations.

Sources say that the US delegation will be represented by Vice President JD Vance, Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner.

According to sources, Speaker Baqir Qalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi will represent the Iranian delegation.

It should be noted that the first round of talks between Pakistan and the US was held in Islamabad on April 11. Negotiations between the delegations of both countries continued for about 21 hours, but the talks ended without reaching any deal.