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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

Iranian delegation arrives in Islamabad for US-Iran talks

Apr 10, 2026 07:13 PM CT Islamabad, Pakistan diplomacy,iran,united states,pakistan,de-escalation

Summary

An Iranian delegation has arrived in Islamabad, where the Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs anticipates constructive negotiations between the United States and Iran. This diplomatic movement suggests a potential de-escalation channel or backchannel communication regarding regional tensions, which could impact the broader Iran-Israel conflict trajectory by reducing the likelihood of direct state-on-state confrontation.

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The ministry also confirmed the arrival of an Iranian delegation in Islamabad

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Actor Responses

Iran NEUTRAL

Sent a delegation to Islamabad to facilitate talks with the US

United States NEUTRAL

Expected to participate in constructive talks with Iran

Russia NEUTRAL

Reported the diplomatic development via state media

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