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Former Pakistani diplomat urges realistic expectations for US-Iran Islamabad talks

Apr 11, 2026 03:55 PM CT Islamabad, Pakistan diplomacy,US-Iran talks,mediation,Islamabad

Summary

A former Pakistani diplomat has commented on ongoing diplomatic discussions between the United States and Iran in Islamabad, emphasizing that the process requires time and realistic expectations. This development highlights the continued role of third-party mediators in managing tensions between the two state actors, which directly impacts the broader Iran-Israel conflict trajectory by influencing potential de-escalation or escalation pathways.

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Former Pakistani diplomat says expectations from the Islamabad talks between the US and Iran should be realistic.

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United States NEUTRAL

Engaging in talks with Iran in Islamabad.

Iran NEUTRAL

Engaging in talks with the US in Islamabad.

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