19/04/2026
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19/04/2026
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ISLAMABAD, April 19: Confusion persists over a potential second round of U.S.-Iran negotiations in Pakistan, with neither Pakistan nor Iran formally confirming talks despite claims by Donald Trump that negotiators would arrive soon.
Hours after Trump said U.S. representatives would head to Islamabad for renewed discussions, both Tehran and Islamabad remained publicly silent on any scheduled meeting. However, diplomatic engagement has continued behind the scenes, with Pakistan’s prime minister holding a 45-minute call with Masoud Pezeshkian, while Pakistan’s foreign minister also spoke with his Iranian counterpart.
Security measures have reportedly been tightened in Islamabad, signaling preparations for a possible high-level diplomatic event, even as official confirmation remains absent.
Iranian media, including Tasnim News Agency, reported that Tehran has not yet decided to send a delegation and will not participate in talks while the U.S. naval blockade remains in place. The report added that Pakistan has continued to act as a mediator, relaying messages between both sides following the first round of negotiations.
In contrast, CNN cited Iranian sources as saying a delegation led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf could arrive in Pakistan on Tuesday for discussions.
According to the report, Iran is also expecting a symbolic joint announcement to extend the ceasefire, potentially on Wednesday. If progress is made and Trump agrees to travel to Islamabad, sources suggested that President Pezeshkian could also attend, raising the possibility of a high-level summit and the signing of an “Islamabad declaration.”
Despite these reports, the situation remains fluid, with key details yet to be officially confirmed.
