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U.S. and Iranian Delegations Arrive in Pakistan for Peace Talks

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance and Iranian officials have arrived in Islamabad to engage in talks aimed at solidifying a ceasefire brokered by Pakistan.

Bluxle Editorial Updated April 12, 2026 2 min read AI-Researched
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A U.S. delegation led by Vice President J.D. Vance arrived in Islamabad, Pakistan, on April 11, 2026, to participate in peace talks with Iranian officials. The discussions aim to transform a fragile ceasefire into a lasting settlement [1][2].

The Iranian delegation, led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, also arrived in Islamabad on the same day [2][3]. The talks are being held at the Serena Hotel in Islamabad’s Red Zone and are expected to commence on Saturday morning local time. The negotiations could continue for up to 15 days [4].

Pakistan has played a pivotal role in facilitating these talks, having brokered the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran on April 7, 2026. The ceasefire is considered fragile, and the talks are seen as crucial for establishing a more permanent peace [5][6].

US vice president JD Vance arrives in Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials in Islamabad on April 11th. Photograph: Jacquelyn Martin/AFP via Getty Images — Image credit: Reuters
US vice president JD Vance arrives in Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials in Islamabad on April 11th. Photograph: Jacquelyn Martin/AFP via Getty Images — Image credit: Reuters | Credit: Reuters

In preparation for the talks, Pakistan has implemented several measures, including setting up a media center at the Jinnah Convention Center, offering visa-on-arrival for journalists and delegations, and sealing off roads in Islamabad for security purposes [3][4].

What Is Known

The U.S. delegation is led by Vice President J.D. Vance. The Iranian delegation is led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The talks are being facilitated by Pakistan, which has taken significant steps to ensure their success [1][3][4].

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What Remains Unclear

It remains unconfirmed whether U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have arrived in Islamabad for the talks. Additionally, reports of a U.S. Air Force transport aircraft approaching Pakistan’s Nur Khan base have not been corroborated by major news outlets [7][8].

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