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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

US and Iran to hold ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad

Apr 09, 2026 06:29 PM CT Islamabad, Pakistan ceasefire,talks,direct-negotiations,de-escalation,US-Iran

Summary

The United States and Iran are scheduled to conduct direct ceasefire talks in Islamabad, Pakistan. This diplomatic engagement represents a significant potential de-escalation point in the broader Iran-Israel conflict theater, aiming to halt ongoing hostilities or prevent further escalation between state actors and their proxies.

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The Foreign Ministry offices in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Thursday. Pakistan will host talks between the United States and Iran.

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Actor Responses

United States NEUTRAL

Agreed to host talks in Pakistan to discuss a ceasefire.

Iran NEUTRAL

Agreed to participate in ceasefire discussions with the US in Pakistan.

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