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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

US and Iran prepare for potential diplomatic talks in Pakistan

Apr 17, 2026 03:43 PM CT Pakistan diplomacy,US-Iran talks,Pakistan,conflict de-escalation

Summary

US administration officials are reportedly preparing for potential negotiations with Iran in Pakistan, indicating a diplomatic channel remains open despite ongoing tensions. This development suggests a possible de-escalation effort or strategic dialogue aimed at managing the broader Iran-Israel conflict theater. The involvement of a third-party host nation highlights the complexity of direct state-to-state engagement in the region.

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According to a senior US administration official cited by The Wall Street Journal, President Donald Trump’s team engaged in the talks are in a standby regime ahead of the negotiations

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United States NEUTRAL

Preparing for potential negotiations with Iran in Pakistan

Iran NEUTRAL

Reported to be in standby for talks with the US

Russia NEUTRAL

Reported the news via state media, highlighting diplomatic developments

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