The recent high-level talks in Islamabad concluded without a breakthrough, leaving both the US and Iran at an impasse after 21 hours of negotiations. US Vice President JD Vance expressed disappointment, stating that Iran had not accepted American terms, particularly concerning nuclear weapons. Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Esmaeil Baqaei, highlighted that while some issues saw an understanding, significant disagreements remained, particularly on key demands from both sides. Analysts suggest that the talks may not be over, indicating potential for future discussions despite the current stalemate.
INTERNATIONALPublished 4 Apr 2026 • Published 7 days ago • Updated 3h ago
US-Iran Diplomatic Stalemate After Islamabad Negotiations
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High-level US-Iran talks in Islamabad ended without an agreement after 21 hours, despite a prior two-week ceasefire. US Vice President JD Vance cited Iran's rejection of US terms, while Iran's officials blamed excessive demands. Both sides remain open to future discussions.
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