Pakistan says it will host US-Iran talks, while Iran warns US ground troops would be ‘set on fire’
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar announced on Sunday that Islamabad will soon facilitate meaningful direct or indirect talks between President Joe Biden of the U.S., Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to bring an end to their war, outlining growing support for its peace efforts.
Key Points
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1Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar announced that Islamabad will soon host negotiations aimed at ending a conflict involving both nations.
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2The talks are expected in March 2026 with growing diplomatic backing explicitly mentioned for Pakistan from the United Nations and China.
Developments
Perspectives
Fresh hope emerges as Pakistan announces it will soon be hosting diplomatic discussions aimed at ending a conflict between two major nations.
— [Mar 29, 17:59] Fresh hope for peace as US and Iran 'set to hold talks in Islamabad' (Independent.co.uk)Pakistan's foreign minister stated that the country is ready to broker meaningful negotiations involving both parties with backing from international bodies.
— [Mar 29, 17:58] Pakistan will be honoured to facilitate talks between U.S. and Iran: Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar (Thehindu)While Islamabad confirms its intention to host the meetings without specifying their format or receiving immediate confirmation from Washington.
— [Mar 29, 17:45] Pakistan says it will host US-Iran talks, while Iran warns US ground troops would be 'set on fire' (Wsvn)The foreign minister reiterated the plan to bring together both sides but noted that neither Washington nor Tehran had yet provided a direct response.
— [Mar 29, 17:30] Pakistani foreign minister says his country will host talks between US and Iran (Timescolonist)