Summary Islamabad is expected to host a fresh round of US-Iran negotiations after Hajj as diplomatic efforts intensify and reports suggest a final agreement could be nearing completion.
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Pakistan’s capital city is increasingly being viewed as the next focal point in high-level diplomacy between Washington and Tehran, with reports indicating that Islamabad could host a fresh round of US-Iran negotiations after the Hajj season as efforts continue to finalise the framework of a possible agreement.
Arab media reports suggested that discussions surrounding the proposed agreement have entered a decisive phase, with diplomatic channels remaining active and both sides continuing contact over unresolved issues.
Reports from Al Arabiya and Al Hadath, citing informed sources, said work was underway on the final text of an agreement between the United States and Iran, with some claims suggesting that an announcement on the deal's broad contours could come sooner than expected.
According to the reports, Islamabad is now expected to become the venue for a renewed phase of negotiations after Hajj, potentially serving as a platform for advancing discussions among all parties involved.
The latest reports come amid heightened regional diplomatic activity and a growing role for Pakistan in facilitating communication between Washington and Tehran. Sources cited by Arab media also indicated that prominent Pakistani figures could travel to Iran in the coming days for consultations and meetings aimed at supporting the ongoing diplomatic process.
Pakistan's involvement has become increasingly visible in recent weeks. Iranian officials have acknowledged that the exchange of messages between Tehran and Washington has continued through Pakistani channels. Reuters reported on Wednesday that the communication process remained active under Tehran's 14-point proposal framework and involved mediation efforts supported by Pakistani officials.
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Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson remarks also coincided with the visit of Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to Tehran, where discussions reportedly focused on Pakistan's role in facilitating dialogue and broader regional peace efforts.
The possibility of Islamabad hosting another round of talks is not entirely unexpected. Pakistan has repeatedly been cited as a key intermediary in contacts between the two sides, with officials in Washington publicly acknowledging Islamabad's diplomatic role in recent months.
Analysts have observed that Islamabad's emergence as a venue for regional diplomacy reflects Pakistan's efforts to position itself as a facilitator in a sensitive geopolitical environment. The country's ties with both Tehran and Washington have placed it in a potentially significant position at a time when negotiations remain fragile and highly consequential.
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The latest developments also come against the backdrop of broader regional efforts aimed at preventing escalation. On Wednesday, Saudi Arabia welcomed the decision by US President Donald Trump to provide additional time for negotiations with Iran. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan said the kingdom appreciated the move, reflecting wider regional interest in keeping diplomatic channels open.
Reports indicated that Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar had encouraged delaying military action in favour of allowing more time for dialogue and negotiation efforts to progress.
Despite optimism surrounding a possible agreement, significant issues are understood to remain under discussion. Reports indicate that negotiators are still working through key matters while attempting to convert indirect understandings into a structured agreement.
