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US VP Vance Heads to Islamabad for Crucial Iran Talks Amid Ceasefire

US Vice President JD Vance has departed for Islamabad to lead negotiations with Iran, expressing cautious optimism for positive talks. The discussions follow an immediate two-week ceasefire agreement aimed at ending the prolonged conflict in West Asia. Vance stated the US is open to engagement if Iran negotiates in good faith but warned Washington would not be receptive to being played. The Iranian delegation is reportedly led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, while the US team includes Jared Kushner.

Key Points: US VP Vance in Islamabad for Iran Talks, Warns Against "Bad Faith"

  • Talks aim to end month-long West Asia conflict
  • Follows a two-week US-Iran ceasefire
  • Vance warns against Iranian "bad faith"
  • Iranian delegation reportedly led by parliament speaker
  • Jared Kushner part of US delegation
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US VP Vance departs for Islamabad for talks with Iran, says would not be "receptive" if Tehran tries "to play"

US Vice President JD Vance leads delegation for talks with Iran in Islamabad, aiming to end West Asia conflict under a two-week ceasefire.

US VP Vance departs for Islamabad for talks with Iran, says would not be "receptive" if Tehran tries "to play"
"If they're going to try to play us, then they're going to find that the negotiating team is not that receptive. - JD Vance"

Washington DC, April 10

US Vice President JD Vance on Friday departed for Pakistan's capital of Islamabad to take part in talks with Iran, expressing optimism about the negotiations while warning against any lack of sincerity from Tehran.

Addressing reporters before departure, Vance said the United States is open to constructive engagement if Iran approaches the discussions in good faith.

"We're looking forward to the negotiation. I think it's going to be positive. As the president of the United States said, if the Iranians are willing to negotiate in good faith, we're certainly willing to extend the open hand," he said.

However, he cautioned that Washington would not respond favourably if Iran attempts to act in bad faith during the talks.

"If they're going to try to play us, then they're going to find that the negotiating team is not that receptive," Vance added.

Vance will be leading the US delegation to Islamabad for talks this weekend.

According to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, along with Vance, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and the son-in-law of US President Donald Trump, Jared Kushner, will be part of the delegation.

The first round of those talks will take place on Saturday morning, local time.

The meeting between the two sides is set to take place to end the over-month-long conflict in West Asia and follows an immediate ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran for two weeks.

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.

However, Iran's state media is yet to confirm if senior officials such as Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Bager Ghalibaf have travelled to Pakistan to negotiate with the United States.

Meanwhile, Pakistani media confirmed the arrival of the Iranian delegation for the talks to be held tomorrow.

- ANI

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Priya S
Vance's warning is necessary. Iran's track record isn't great. The US needs to be firm. As an Indian, I just hope any agreement doesn't negatively impact our Chabahar port project or relations with the region.
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Rohit P
"If they're going to try to play us..." Strong words from the VP. The delegation seems high-powered with Kushner there. Let's see if this two-week ceasefire holds. The whole world is watching.
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Sarah B
While I hope for peace, I'm skeptical. These conflicts are complex. I respect the effort, but the US approach sometimes feels too transactional. Lasting peace needs more than strong-arm tactics.
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Vikram M
Good that talks are happening. Any escalation in West Asia directly affects us through oil prices and the safety of our diaspora there. Hope they find a solution. Jai Hind.
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Karthik V
Pakistan hosting talks between US and Iran is a fascinating geopolitical move. They balance relations with both. India must watch this space closely for any regional implications.

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