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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

Iran-US Private Talks Continue in Pakistan

Aug 13, 2026 08:17 AM CT Islamabad, Pakistan diplomacy,iran,us,pakistan,backchannel

Summary

The Pakistani ambassador confirmed that private diplomatic talks between Iran and the United States are ongoing, reportedly taking place in Islamabad. This development indicates continued backchannel engagement aimed at de-escalation or negotiation, potentially impacting the broader Iran-Israel conflict trajectory by offering a diplomatic alternative to direct confrontation.

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Faisal Niaz Tirmizi declined to say whether the talks were taking place in Islamabad

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Iran NEUTRAL

Participating in private talks with the US.

United States NEUTRAL

Participating in private talks with Iran.

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