Pakistan Facilitates US-Iran Talks, Awaits Next Round Date; Hopes for Regional Peace

Published: Apr 17, 2026 02:00
Pakistan's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Andrabi stated that the date for the next round of US-Iran talks had not yet been determined. Andrabi said that Pakistan was playing an important role between the US and Iran. Pakistan's efforts led to the successful conclusion of a ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran, and it was hoped that Lebanon and the region would return to peace.

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