The United States is dispatching a high-level delegation to Pakistan for direct talks with Iran, marking a significant diplomatic development following a recent ceasefire.
According to the White House, Donald Trump has directed a negotiating team led by Vice President JD Vance to travel to Islamabad for discussions set to begin this weekend. The delegation also includes special envoy Steve Witkoff and senior advisor Jared Kushner.
Speaking at a press briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the visit, stating that the talks aim to build on recent diplomatic momentum.
Meanwhile, Pakistani authorities are preparing extensively for the high-stakes engagement, which follows a two-week ceasefire reportedly facilitated through Islamabad’s diplomatic channels. The development signals a renewed push to de-escalate tensions between Washington and Tehran.
In anticipation of the talks, security across the federal capital has been significantly tightened. Law enforcement agencies have been placed on high alert, while surveillance has been increased in sensitive areas to ensure the safety of all delegations.
Furthermore, the district administration has declared April 9 and 10 as local holidays to support security arrangements and minimize disruptions during the visit.
The upcoming dialogue is being closely watched as a potential breakthrough in strained US-Iran relations, with Pakistan playing a key mediating role in bringing both sides to the negotiating table.
At the same time, Shehbaz Sharif praised Islamabad’s diplomatic role in easing tensions. He credited the coordination led by Ishaq Dar and Syed Asim Munir for advancing dialogue. Sharif also thanked Iranian President Masoud Peshmerga and Trump for supporting Pakistan’s ceasefire initiative, emphasizing its global diplomatic impact.
