ISLAMABAD: The second round of talks between the United States and Iran could take place as early as Sunday, with Pakistan expected to brief Washington on the outcome of its consultations with the visiting Iranian foreign minister, sources said.
In a significant diplomatic development, Abbas Araghchi has arrived in Pakistan, amid growing expectations for a renewed round of dialogue between Tehran and Washington.
The visit follows background discussions after the first round of talks, which laid the groundwork for further engagement between the two sides. Officials familiar with the process said that the Iranian foreign minister’s meetings in Islamabad will focus on recent developments and the prospects for advancing the next phase of negotiations.
Sources indicated that if consultations in Islamabad yield positive signals, Pakistan is likely to formally communicate the outcome to the United States, helping pave the way for the anticipated second round of talks, tentatively expected as early as Sunday.
Meanwhile, a spokesperson for the **White House stated that members of the US delegation will depart for Pakistan on Saturday morning (US time), corresponding to Saturday night in Pakistan.
By the time the proposed schedule materialises, greater clarity is expected to emerge regarding the timing and agenda of the next round. The development is being closely watched internationally due to its potential implications on a global scale.