Information Minister Attahullah Tarar has stated that Iran has yet to formally confirm whether it will send a delegation to participate in the Islamabad Peace Talks. Pakistan remains fully prepared to host the second phase of the US-Iran negotiations, but the final decision from Iran is still pending.
As Pakistan acts as a mediator, it maintains ongoing communication with Iranian officials, emphasizing a diplomatic approach centered on dialogue and engagement. Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met with US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker in Islamabad, urging both the United States and Iran to consider extending the current ceasefire and allow diplomacy to take precedence.
Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s position that dialogue is the only effective way to resolve challenges and secure lasting peace and stability in the region. He highlighted the importance of continued interaction between Washington and Tehran, calling on both parties to prolong the ceasefire to facilitate meaningful negotiations.
The existing ceasefire is scheduled to expire at 4:50 AM PST on April 22, making Iran’s decision to join the talks before this deadline a crucial factor. Pakistan has been persistently encouraging Iranian leadership to participate in the second round of discussions, with diplomatic efforts still underway.
Notably, the United States has acknowledged Pakistan’s constructive and positive role in fostering regional peace and supporting dialogue between the conflicting parties. The outcome of Iran’s participation remains a key development as the ceasefire period draws to a close.
