Talks commenced in Islamabad on Saturday, with high-level diplomatic engagement marking the opening of negotiations between the United States and Iran, as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met U.S. Vice President JD Vance at the Prime Minister’s Office.
The meeting formally set the stage for the Islamabad Talks, aimed at easing recent tensions in the Middle East through dialogue and diplomacy.
The U.S. delegation, led by Vice President Vance, included Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and senior advisor Jared Kushner. On the Pakistani side, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Interior Minister Mohsin Raza Naqvi were also present.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the constructive engagement between both sides and expressed hope that the talks would serve as a stepping stone toward durable peace in the region.
He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to facilitating dialogue and supporting efforts aimed at achieving long-term stability.
The high-level diplomatic interaction underscores Pakistan’s growing role as a key facilitator in global peace efforts, with Islamabad emerging as a central venue for dialogue between Washington and Tehran.
As negotiations move forward, expectations remain high that sustained engagement could help de-escalate tensions and pave the way for lasting regional peace.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance, leading the American delegation, reaffirmed Washington’s intent to pursue diplomatic solutions. He emphasized the importance of constructive engagement and acknowledged Pakistan’s efforts in bringing both sides to the negotiating table.
The presence of key figures, including Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and senior advisor Jared Kushner, reflects the seriousness of the U.S. approach, while Pakistan’s delegation, comprising Ishaq Dar and Mohsin Raza Naqvi, underscores Islamabad’s full-spectrum diplomatic backing.
