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Iran Confirms US Talks in Islamabad After Ceasefire Deal, Trump Claims Progress

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian confirmed Tehran's participation in upcoming direct talks with the United States in Islamabad. The negotiations follow an immediate two-week ceasefire agreement after weeks of regional conflict. Former US President Donald Trump announced the suspension of military action, stating US objectives were met and Iran's proposal was a workable basis for a permanent deal. The Iranian delegation will be led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, while the US side will be headed by Vice President JD Vance.

Key Points: Iran-US Talks Set for Islamabad After Ceasefire, Trump Comments

  • Iran confirms participation in US talks
  • Talks scheduled for Islamabad this Friday
  • Follows a two-week bilateral ceasefire
  • Trump says Iran's 10-point proposal is workable
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Iranian President confirms Tehran's participation in talks with US in Islamabad

Iranian President confirms Tehran will join US talks in Islamabad. The meeting follows a two-week ceasefire brokered by Trump, who called Iran's proposal "workable."

"Based on conversations with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif... I agree to suspend the bombing and attack of Iran for a period of two weeks. - Donald Trump"

Islamabad, April 8

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday confirmed that Tehran will participate in proposed talks with the United States in Islamabad later this week, according to a statement from the Pakistan Prime Minister's Office.

The development came during a telephone conversation between Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Pezeshkian today, which lasted over 45 minutes and focused on recent regional developments.

"He [Pezeshkian] confirmed that Iran would be participating in the negotiations in Islamabad," the statement from the Pakistan PMO read.

Earlier, Iranian news agency ISNA reported that diplomatic engagement between the US and Iran is set to take place in Islamabad on Friday, April 10, where both sides will hold direct talks aimed at ending weeks of intense hostilities following the outbreak of war.

The meeting follows an immediate ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran for two weeks after weeks of conflict in the region.

According to Iranian state media reports, the Iranian delegation will be led by Speaker of Parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, a central figure in Tehran's wartime leadership structure who has taken on strategic responsibilities since the early phase of the conflict. The United States delegation, meanwhile, will be headed by Vice President JD Vance.

This comes after Trump suspended the "bombing and attack" campaign on Iran, announcing a two-week double-sided ceasefire and saying that the 10-point proposal from Iran was workable.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said that the ten-point proposal will serve as ground to negotiate for a permanent deal while reiterating that the US has achieved most of its military objectives.

"Based on conversations with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, of Pakistan, and wherein they requested that I hold off the destructive force being sent tonight to Iran, and subject to the Islamic Republic of Iran agreeing to the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of Hormuz, I agree to suspend the bombing and attack of Iran for a period of two weeks. This will be a double-sided CEASEFIRE!" Trump said.

"The reason for doing so is that we have already met and exceeded all Military objectives, and are very far along with a definitive Agreement concerning Long-term PEACE with Iran, and PEACE in the Middle East. We received a 10-point proposal from Iran, and believe it is a workable basis on which to negotiate," he added.

- ANI

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Priya S
While dialogue is always better than war, I'm skeptical. The US and Iran have a long history of failed talks. Also, the venue being Islamabad is interesting. Pakistan has its own complex ties with both. Hope this isn't just for show and actually delivers results for the people suffering there.
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Aman W
The immediate priority is the ceasefire holding. The mention of the Strait of Hormuz is key - its closure would be a disaster for global oil prices. India imports a lot from that region. Our diplomacy should quietly support any process that keeps that vital waterway open and secure.
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Sarah B
As an expat following this closely, it's a relief to see talks happening. The humanitarian cost of the conflict has been terrible. A two-week window is short, but it's a start. The international community must push for a permanent solution.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, the article seems to heavily frame this around Trump's statements. A more balanced report would focus equally on the Iranian perspective and the 10-point proposal they've put forward. What are Iran's core demands for peace? That context is missing.
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Karthik V
Good step. Stability in the Middle East is crucial for India. We have millions of citizens working in the Gulf, and we need energy supplies to remain steady. Hope the talks are successful. Jai Hind.

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