Iran's Foreign Minister Returns to Islamabad Amidst Ceasefire Negotiations

Renewed Efforts for Ceasefire Talks

Iran's Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, made a return visit to Islamabad on Sunday as Pakistan's leaders, both political and military, worked to revive ceasefire discussions between Tehran and Washington.

After initially departing from the capital late Saturday, Araghchi's unexpected return sparked speculation regarding a second round of negotiations. His earlier travels included a stop in Oman, a nation that has previously facilitated dialogue and is strategically located across the Strait of Hormuz.

Two officials from Pakistan, who requested anonymity while discussing the sensitive negotiations, did not disclose when American representatives might revisit the area to continue discussions that had taken place earlier this month.

On Friday, the White House announced plans to send envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Islamabad for further talks. However, shortly after reports of Araghchi's departure, President Donald Trump indicated that he had canceled the mission due to insufficient progress in discussions with Iran.