Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

US, Iranian Negotiators to Arrive in Pakistan for Truce Talks


(MENAFN) Negotiators from the United States and Iran are expected to arrive in Pakistan for a new round of discussions as an existing ceasefire approaches its expiration, according to sources cited in international media reports.

The talks are reportedly scheduled to take place in Islamabad, with both delegations expected to arrive on the same day. The US side is said to include senior officials and presidential envoys involved in ongoing mediation efforts, while Iran’s delegation is expected to be led by a high-ranking parliamentary figure.

The meeting comes as a temporary ceasefire arrangement, brokered earlier this month, nears its end following an initial round of negotiations that failed to produce a breakthrough. The truce has been strained by continued disagreements over military activity and maritime restrictions in the region.

Tensions escalated further after the introduction of measures restricting Iranian maritime access, which Tehran has described as a violation of the ceasefire agreement. The situation has added pressure on diplomatic efforts to prevent renewed escalation.

In parallel, US statements have indicated a hardening stance, with warnings that failure to reach an agreement could result in intensified military action. Officials have also signaled that existing restrictive measures will remain in place pending any diplomatic resolution.

MENAFN22042026000045017281ID1111017530



MENAFN

Legal Disclaimer:
MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.



More Story