Islamabad: Direct negotiations between the United States and Iran have commenced in Islamabad, marking a significant diplomatic development aimed at addressing ongoing tensions in West Asia, according to Pakistan’s state media and officials.
The talks began after Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held separate meetings with delegations from both countries.
A senior government official said the formal round of discussions started on Saturday evening, bringing representatives from the United States and Iran to the same table for face-to-face negotiations.
Pakistan’s state television described the development as a landmark moment, noting that it is the first time in recent years that both sides are engaging directly amid heightened geopolitical tensions.
The discussions are expected to focus on finding a lasting solution to the ongoing conflict in the West Asia region.
Further details of the negotiations and their outcomes are awaited.
