US and Iran hold talks in Islamabad amid mediation efforts
Summary
The United States and Iran are engaged in talks in Islamabad under Pakistani mediation to work towards a permanent ceasefire amid ongoing regional tensions.
Key Points
- Talks between the United States and Iran are currently underway in Islamabad, Pakistan.
- The negotiations are being mediated by Pakistan, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif calling it a difficult step towards ceasefire.
- The Iranian delegation is led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
- The US delegation is led by Vice President JD Vance, dispatched by President Donald Trump.
