Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expected to arrive in Islamabad tonight along with a small negotiating team, according to Pakistani diplomatic sources, as regional efforts intensify to advance US-Iran dialogue.
Sources said that preparations are also underway for a possible second round of peace talks between the United States and Iran, with a US logistics and security team already present in Islamabad.
Iranian state media confirmed the visit, stating that Araghchi will undertake a regional tour covering Islamabad, Muscat, and Moscow. The tour will include “bilateral consultations, discussions on regional developments, and review of the current situation related to the conflict involving the United States and Israel against Iran,” according to IRNA.
In a post on X, Araghchi described the visit as a “timely tour,” emphasizing coordination with regional partners and consultations on evolving geopolitical developments. He stated that neighboring countries remain a priority in Iran’s foreign policy approach.
The visit follows a phone call between Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and his Iranian counterpart, during which both sides discussed the US-Iran ceasefire, regional stability, and ongoing diplomatic initiatives.
According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, both ministers stressed the importance of sustained dialogue and engagement to resolve outstanding issues and promote peace in the region. Iran also appreciated Pakistan’s “constructive facilitation role.”
Pakistan has recently intensified its diplomatic outreach, aiming to bring Washington and Tehran back to the negotiating table. Earlier this month, a first round of direct US-Iran talks reportedly took place in Islamabad, following a brief ceasefire agreement brokered with Pakistan’s involvement.
While that initial round ended without a formal agreement, officials described it as constructive and not a breakdown in dialogue.
However, subsequent negotiations were delayed due to rising tensions, including disputes over maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz and restrictions on Iranian ports.
On Thursday, Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker in Islamabad to discuss diplomatic efforts and the possibility of restarting negotiations.
Former US President Donald Trump also recently indicated that renewed talks could take place within days, signaling cautious optimism despite ongoing mistrust between the parties.
