United States President Donald Trump stated that Iran is preparing to make an offer to meet US demands as peace talks are set to resume in Islamabad. US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are scheduled to travel to Pakistan for discussions with an Iranian delegation. However, Iranian officials have clarified that no direct negotiations with American representatives are planned during this visit. Islamabad remains under a strict security lockdown as diplomatic efforts continue.<\/p>\n
According to The Indian Express, Donald Trump commented, \u201cThey\u2019re making an offer, and we\u2019ll have to see,\u201d during a phone interview, but did not specify the details of Iran\u2019s proposal. He reiterated that any agreement must require Iran to give up its enriched uranium and allow free movement of oil through the Strait of Hormuz.<\/p>\n
As reported by The Hindu, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Islamabad with a small delegation for the second round of talks. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmael Baqaei stated that \u201cNo meeting is planned to take place between Iran and the U.S.\u201d and that Pakistani officials would act as intermediaries, conveying messages between the delegations.<\/p>\n
Recent coverage revealed that Islamabad has been under a tight security lockdown for over a week, with arterial roads sealed and the Red Zone heavily guarded. The city\u2019s commercial areas are largely deserted, and public transport disruptions have left many residents stranded. This is the second such lockdown in recent weeks, reflecting the high stakes and uncertainty surrounding the talks.<\/p>\n
Diplomatic sources following reports indicated that the agenda for the talks remains unclear, with previous negotiations breaking down over issues such as Iran\u2019s nuclear programme, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and the ongoing conflict in Lebanon. Iranian officials have maintained that nuclear discussions are a red line and will not be part of the Islamabad meetings.<\/p>\n
\u201cNo meeting is planned to take place between Iran and the US. Iran\u2019s observations would be conveyed to Pakistan,\u201d said Esmael Baqaei, Iran\u2019s Foreign Ministry spokesperson.<\/p>\n
White House officials stated that US Vice-President J.D. Vance is on standby to travel to Islamabad if necessary, while Special Envoy Witkoff and Jared Kushner will lead the US delegation. The White House maintains that the Iranians have expressed interest in in-person discussions, but Tehran has publicly rejected direct engagement.<\/p>\n
Further analysis showed that Pakistan\u2019s mediation efforts are viewed by some as an attempt to improve its global image. Sulaiman, son of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, described Islamabad\u2019s role as a distraction from domestic human rights concerns, though he acknowledged the importance of mediation in the region.<\/p>\n
US negotiators\u2019 travel plans were confirmed for Saturday, with the White House reiterating that any progress would depend on Iran\u2019s willingness to engage through Pakistani intermediaries. The talks are expected to address regional security, oil exports, and the ongoing blockade affecting the Strait of Hormuz.<\/p>\n
\u201cI would have to answer that later. I need to see what they are offering,\u201d Donald Trump said when asked what is needed to lift the blockade on Iran\u2019s ports.<\/p>\n
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