Possible Islamabad Visit as US-Iran Deal Appears Closer
By Sardar Burhan :
Donald Trump has suggested he could travel to Islamabad if a peace agreement with Iran is finalised there, expressing optimism that negotiations to end the conflict are nearing a breakthrough.
Speaking to reporters at the White House, Mr Trump said Iran had shown increased flexibility in recent discussions, adding that “we’re going to have a deal” and that Tehran had agreed to most key demands. He indicated that a ceasefire due to expire next week could be extended, though he suggested it might not be necessary if progress continues.
He praised Pakistan’s role in facilitating dialogue, highlighting the involvement of Asim Munir and Shehbaz Sharif, and said he would consider attending if an agreement were signed in the capital.
The comments follow a first round of direct talks between US and Iranian officials in Islamabad earlier this month, marking their most senior engagement in decades. The discussions, which lasted nearly 21 hours, focused on key issues including Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions and the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Despite the absence of a formal agreement, officials described the meeting as a step forward in reopening diplomatic channels. Further talks are now being explored, with reports suggesting another round could take place in the coming days.
Mr Trump also claimed that Iran had indicated willingness to scale back aspects of its nuclear programme, including enriched uranium stockpiles, though such assertions have not been independently verified.
He warned that failure to reach a deal could result in continued fighting, while signalling that negotiations remain active. The US president also expressed confidence about potential diplomatic progress elsewhere in the region, including possible talks involving Israel and Lebanon.
The latest developments come amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, where efforts to stabilise the situation remain closely tied to the outcome of US-Iran negotiations.
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