Iran's Foreign Minister Visits Pakistan Amid Tensions with the US

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has arrived in Islamabad with a high-level delegation amidst rising tensions with the United States. The visit aims to explore potential peace talks, although Tehran has ruled out direct negotiations with Washington. The Iranian delegation received a warm welcome from Pakistani officials, including Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar. Discussions are expected to continue with a US security team already in place to facilitate the process. This visit follows an inconclusive round of talks held earlier in April, highlighting the ongoing complexities in US-Iran relations.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 25, 2026, 09:26 IST

Iranian Delegation Arrives in Islamabad

In the midst of ongoing tensions in the Middle East and a strained relationship with the United States, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Islamabad on Saturday morning with a high-level delegation. While the primary focus of this visit is potential discussions with the US, Tehran has made it clear that it will not engage in direct talks with Washington.

Warm Welcome in Pakistan

Upon their arrival in Islamabad, the Iranian delegation received a warm reception. The welcoming committee included Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir, and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. Ishaq Dar confirmed the meeting on the social media platform 'X', expressing hopes for meaningful dialogue aimed at promoting regional peace and stability.

Prospects for Peace Talks

An official stated, 'Following significant discussions with the Pakistani mediation team, the second round of peace talks between the US and Iran is expected to take place in Islamabad.' He added that a US security team is already present in Islamabad to facilitate the negotiation process.

US Delegation Heads to Pakistan

Meanwhile, White House Press Secretary Carolyn Levitt announced on Friday that the US Special Envoy for Middle East Affairs, Steve Vitkoff, along with President Donald Trump's advisor Jared Kushner, will depart for Pakistan on Saturday for the second round of talks with Iran. The initial round of discussions held on April 11 and 12 between the US and Iran ended without any results.