ISLAMABAD (MNN); US President Donald Trump has indicated that talks between Washington and Tehran could resume within the next two days, with a preference for holding them in Pakistan.
Speaking to The New York Post, Trump suggested that Islamabad is a likely venue, praising Pakistan’s role and leadership in facilitating dialogue. However, he confirmed that he would not personally participate in the negotiations.
His remarks come after recent direct talks between the United States and Iran in Islamabad, which marked the highest-level engagement between the two sides since 1979. Although the discussions ended without an agreement, both sides avoided a breakdown and signalled willingness to continue dialogue.
Diplomatic sources indicate that Pakistan remains actively engaged with both parties to schedule the next round, likely over the coming weekend. Officials say Tehran has responded positively to the prospect of renewed talks, with Islamabad playing a central mediating role, supported by regional partners.
The immediate focus remains on sustaining the fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran, set to expire on April 22. Pakistan has intensified diplomatic outreach, urging all sides to uphold the truce and continue negotiations as the only viable path to a peaceful resolution.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed that full efforts are underway to resolve outstanding issues, while also engaging regional leaders to advance peace initiatives.
Despite mutual willingness to continue talks, differences persist over the agenda, format, and venue. Iran is said to favour Islamabad due to familiarity and proximity, while the United States is considering alternative options.
