United States President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that discussions with Iran could take place in Pakistan within the next two days.
Speaking to the New York Post, he indicated that a second round of talks aimed at ending the ongoing conflict could be held in Islamabad. He questioned the need to travel to countries not directly linked to the matter, during his interview.
Trump also stated that Field Marshal Asim Munir was performing well in his role.
He said that there was a possibility of visiting Islamabad again, referring to ongoing diplomatic contacts. In an initial interview, he termed the discussions as continuing, though progressing slowly, before updating his remarks shortly afterwards.
He was quoted as saying that developments could take place within the next two days, with a preference for holding talks there.
Fresh diplomatic efforts are underway as the United States and Iran prepare for another round of high-stakes talks before the current ceasefire expires, with Islamabad emerging again as a likely venue.
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Another round of direct talks between the United States and Iran is expected before the two-week ceasefire announced on April 7 expires next week. According to multiple US media reports, both Tehran and Washington have agreed in principle to resume negotiations.
Sources familiar with the discussions say the goal is to hold these talks before April 21, with Islamabad being a strong contender to host once again. However, alternative venues like Geneva, Istanbul, Türkiye, and Egypt are also under consideration.
Reports from Bloomberg and the Associated Press confirm that Pakistan is likely to host the second round of talks soon. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has also stated that efforts are ongoing to bridge the gap between the two sides.
The first round of marathon talks in Islamabad -- lasting over 20 hours -- ended without a breakthrough but kept diplomatic channels open. The meeting marked the highest-level engagement between the US and Iran in decades and the most significant since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
Trump's possible visit to Pakistan
US President Donald Trump has indicated willingness to continue negotiations, saying Iran had reached out and expressed eagerness to strike a deal.
“We’ve been called this morning by the right people… and they want to work a deal,” Trump told reporters, without specifying details.
Republican leader Sajid Tarar revealed that discussions are underway in Washington about a possible visit by Trump to Pakistan. If confirmed, the US president could personally attend the final round of talks and help conclude what is being referred to as the “Islamabad agreement.”
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