The Islamabad Talks, involving US Vice President JD Vance and Iranian Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, were framed by media as a decisive moment, yet they ended without a formal agreement due to unresolved issues, particularly Iran's nuclear ambitions. Despite this, both delegations reportedly made progress on various matters, indicating a narrowing of differences. Pakistan's role as a mediator has been crucial, with the country securing safe passage for 20 vessels through Iranian coordination since a ceasefire was established on April 7.
INTERNATIONALPublished 13 Apr 2026 • Published 9h ago
PM Shehbaz Sharif Visits Saudi Arabia After US-Iran Talks
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to visit Saudi Arabia following significant US-Iran talks in Islamabad, which were the first direct high-level contacts between the two nations since 1979. The discussions, lasting nearly 20 hours, highlighted ongoing tensions, particularly regarding Iran's nuclear program.
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