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US and Iran resume direct diplomatic talks in Pakistan to de-escalate regional conflict

Apr 11, 2026 10:08 AM CT Islamabad, Pakistan diplomacy,de-escalation,US-Iran talks,regional stability,mediation

Summary

The United States and Iran have initiated direct diplomatic negotiations in Pakistan, marking the first such engagement since 1979. This development represents a significant potential de-escalation in the Iran-Israel conflict theater, as it involves direct state-to-state dialogue aimed at ending active hostilities. The involvement of Pakistani leadership suggests a critical third-party mediation role in stabilizing the region.

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US and Iran hold direct talks in Pakistan to end war Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 04/11/2026 - 15:34 As talks began - the first since 1979 - conflicting accounts emerged over what had been agreed Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif meets with Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghali...

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United States NEUTRAL

Participated in direct talks with Iran to negotiate an end to the war.

Iran NEUTRAL

Engaged in direct negotiations with the US for the first time since 1979 to end the conflict.

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