US Negotiators Head to Pakistan as Iran Denies Direct Talks
US envoys are traveling to Pakistan for talks aimed at ending the conflict with Iran. While the US expresses optimism for a 'good deal' involving nuclear disarmament, Tehran has officially stated there are no plans for direct meetings, preferring to communicate via Pakistani intermediaries.
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US negotiators are scheduled to arrive in Pakistan today, but Tehran has stated that Iranian officials have no plans for direct meetings to discuss ending the war that has claimed thousands of lives and unsettled global markets. The White House confirmed that envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner would depart this morning to meet with officials, including potentially Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that Iran has an opportunity for a 'good deal' if they make meaningful choices regarding nuclear disarmament. Minister Araqchi has already arrived in Islamabad, meeting with his Pakistani counterpart Ishaq Dar at the Serena Hotel—the site of previous rounds. However, Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson emphasized on X that their concerns would only be conveyed through Pakistan, ruling out direct contact with US representatives for now.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that Iran has an opportunity for a 'good deal' if they make meaningful choices regarding nuclear disarmament. Minister Araqchi has already arrived in Islamabad, meeting with his Pakistani counterpart Ishaq Dar at the Serena Hotel—the site of previous rounds. However, Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson emphasized on X that their concerns would only be conveyed through Pakistan, ruling out direct contact with US representatives for now.