Islamabad Prepares for Fresh Diplomatic Push After Stalled US‑Iran Talks
Islamabad’s authorities announced the resumption of normal city operations after a scheduled round of talks between United States and Iranian representatives did not take place as planned. The postponement prompted local officials to reopen government offices and public services that had been temporarily adjusted in anticipation of the diplomatic meeting.
Iran’s foreign minister is now expected to return to Pakistan in the coming days to attempt to revive the truce discussions that had been under negotiation. Pakistani mediators have expressed willingness to facilitate further dialogue, emphasizing their role as a neutral venue for regional engagement.
On the U.S. side, former President Donald Trump canceled the planned trip of his envoys, including figures such as Witkoff and Kushner, to Pakistan. In a public statement, Trump asserted that the United States “has all the cards” and suggested that the current negotiating posture does not require additional delegations to be sent abroad.
Pakistani analysts note that the cancellation has added a layer of uncertainty to the process, though they also point out that back‑channel communications remain active. Regional stakeholders are watching closely to see whether the renewed Iranian visit will produce concrete steps toward de‑escalation or whether the impasse will persist.
Experts suggest that the situation underscores the complexity of aligning the interests of Washington, Tehran, and Islamabad. While the immediate talks have stalled, the continued willingness of all parties to engage through intermediaries leaves open the possibility of future breakthroughs, contingent on shifting political calculations and diplomatic incentives.
The coming weeks will be critical in determining whether the renewed efforts in Islamabad can translate into meaningful progress or whether the current pause will extend into a longer period of strategic recalibration for the involved nations.
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