Donald Trump on Tuesday indicated that negotiations between the United States and Iran could resume in Islamabad within the next two days, raising cautious optimism for renewed diplomatic engagement after last weekend’s inconclusive talks.
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Speaking in an interview with the New York Post, Trump suggested that developments could unfold imminently, as both sides consider returning to the negotiating table following the collapse of high-level discussions held in Pakistan.
Earlier, sources told Reuters that delegations from Washington and Tehran may reconvene as early as later this week, with Friday through Sunday being tentatively kept open. A proposal has reportedly been shared with both parties to resume dialogue aimed at ending the ongoing conflict.
Despite the absence of a breakthrough, officials noted that diplomatic channels remain active. A US official said there was continued “forward motion” toward a potential agreement, while Pakistan has intensified efforts to facilitate further engagement.
Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed that efforts were underway to resolve outstanding issues, underscoring Islamabad’s role as a key mediator in the crisis.
Trump also claimed that Iranian representatives had reached out to Washington expressing willingness to strike a deal, though he maintained that any agreement would require strict guarantees preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
Meanwhile, JD Vance said progress had been made in clarifying US positions, including non-negotiable conditions related to Iran’s nuclear programme and verification mechanisms.
Tensions remain high following the US decision to impose a blockade on Iranian ports after the talks failed. Iran has responded with warnings of retaliation, particularly in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant portion of global oil supply passes.
However, signs of possible renewed dialogue have helped stabilise global oil markets, with prices easing below $100 per barrel amid hopes of de-escalation.
The initial round of talks in Islamabad marked the highest-level engagement between the US and Iran since the 1979 revolution. While no agreement was reached, both sides avoided a breakdown, keeping the fragile ceasefire intact for now.
Pakistan continues to engage regional and global stakeholders to sustain momentum, with diplomatic efforts focused on extending the ceasefire and paving the way for a second round of negotiations.
