Summary
Pakistan is hosting talks between the U.S. and Iran in Islamabad. The goal is to keep the conversation going between the two nations, hoping for more in-depth negotiations in the future. The meeting follows a U.S.-Iran ceasefire mediated by Pakistan.
Key Facts
- Pakistan is facilitating talks between the U.S. and Iran starting Saturday.
- The U.S. delegation is led by Vice President JD Vance, along with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
- Iran's expected representatives include Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
- The talks come after a Pakistan-mediated two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran.
- These are "proximity talks," meaning the U.S. and Iran will be in separate rooms with Pakistan shuttling messages.
- Pakistan previously participated in similar talks during the Geneva Accords on Afghanistan in 1988.
- Global leaders, including the UN Secretary-General and presidents from various countries, have expressed support for Pakistan's mediation efforts.
