US President Donald Trump has indicated openness to meeting Iranian leadership as a senior American delegation travels to Islamabad for a fresh round of talks.
The development comes amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing diplomatic maneuvering between Washington and Tehran.
US President Donald Trump has suggested he is open to engaging directly with Iranian leaders if negotiations progress positively. Speaking in remarks relayed during a press interaction, Trump said he had “no problem meeting them,” signaling a potential diplomatic opening.
According to the report, Trump also stated that “nobody is playing games” at this stage, reflecting cautious optimism around the ongoing diplomatic efforts.
He further indicated that he would be willing to meet Iran’s top leadership if a breakthrough is achieved during the talks.
US delegation en route to Islamabad
A high-level US delegation, expected to be led by Vice President JD Vance, is currently preparing to depart Washington.
People familiar with the planning say the team also includes key US negotiators, and they are expected to arrive in Islamabad within hours.
The White House, however, has clarified that there is no final confirmation on exact timing, noting that while the delegation is expected to depart soon, the schedule remains fluid.
Trump, in a phone interview with the New York Post, said the team was “heading over now” and would arrive in Pakistan by night, although officials described the comments as premature.
Second round of US-Iran talks planned
A second round of talks between US and Iranian delegations is reportedly scheduled for Wednesday in Islamabad.
Officials say the situation remains fluid due to ongoing public rhetoric from both sides, but preparations for engagement are continuing.
The core focus of the negotiations remains firm: Iran must abandon any pursuit of nuclear weapons, a position described as non-negotiable by US officials.
Trump also addressed concerns regarding Iran’s participation in the talks, amid tensions linked to maritime disputes, including issues around the Strait of Hormuz and reported seizures of Iranian vessels.
He expressed confidence that Iran would likely be part of the discussions, saying that at this point, “nobody is playing games.”
The remarks suggest cautious expectations from Washington that Tehran will remain engaged in the diplomatic process.
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