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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

Iran-US negotiations in Islamabad address key regional issues

Apr 11, 2026 07:45 PM CT Islamabad, Pakistan diplomacy,iran-us-talks,back-channel,islamabad

Summary

Iranian officials confirmed that negotiations between Iranian and US teams in Islamabad involved extensive exchanges of texts on key issues. This diplomatic engagement suggests ongoing back-channel efforts to manage tensions or address specific flashpoints within the broader Iran-Israel conflict theater. While no immediate de-escalation is confirmed, the dialogue indicates a continued diplomatic track alongside military posturing.

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Iran says Islamabad talks involved extensive exchanges on key issues Iran’s foreign ministry said negotiations in Islamabad included the exchange of numerous texts and messages as discussions continued between Iranian and US teams. A spokesperson said key issues under discussion included the Stra...

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Iran NEUTRAL

Foreign ministry stated that negotiations included extensive exchanges of texts and messages on key issues.

United States NEUTRAL

Teams participated in discussions with Iranian counterparts in Islamabad.

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