U.S. Vice President JD Vance has departed for Pakistan to hold talks aimed at ending the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, expressing optimism about “positive” results. Speaking before boarding his flight to Islamabad, Vance confirmed negotiations with Iranian officials were scheduled for the following day.
Iran’s delegation is expected to be led by Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Abbas Araghchi, though it remains unclear whether representatives from the IRGC will participate. The structure of the talks—direct or indirect—has not been disclosed.
The meeting follows a tense week marked by escalating rhetoric from Donald Trump, including threats targeting Iran’s infrastructure. Despite a temporary ceasefire, major disagreements persist over key issues such as the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s nuclear program, and the situation in Lebanon.
Conflicting accounts from all sides have created uncertainty about the terms of the agreement. While the U.S. claims progress on a proposed plan, Iran insists certain preconditions—like a ceasefire in Lebanon and release of frozen assets—must be met before negotiations can fully proceed.
