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Pakistan-Mediated Iran-US Talks Begin In Islamabad Amid Ceasefire Efforts In West Asia
24htopnews | April 12, 2026 2:09 PM CST

Pakistan-mediated talks between Iran and the US have begun in Islamabad, initially through indirect communication. The dialogue comes amid a temporary ceasefire in the West Asia conflict, with hopes of easing tensions.

Islamabad/Lahore, April 11: Pakistan-mediated talks between Iran and the US commenced in Islamabad on Saturday, official sources said.

Indirect engagement begins

The sources said the talks began with messages being exchanged through Pakistani officials, indicating that the engagement was initially indirect.

If there is a positive development, the talks could also be held directly, they said. The Iranian delegation, led by Speaker Mohammad Baqir Ghalibaf, arrived in Islamabad on Friday night, while the US delegation, headed by Vice President JD Vance, arrived on Saturday morning.


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