Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araqchi, delivered this Saturday in Islamabad a list of Tehran's responses to the United States, in an attempt to consolidate the ceasefire in the context of regional tensions. This handover comes at a crucial time, as US President Donald Trump canceled his delegation's trip to Pakistan, ceding the diplomatic initiative to Iran. Araqchi, during his visit, met with senior Pakistani officials, including Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and Army Chief General Asim Munir, thus reinforcing Pakistan's mediation in this chain of events.
Key meetings in Islamabad
During his visit to Pakistan, Araqchi met Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, a meeting that was reported on social networks by Araqchi himself, who published a video where the two hugged each other effusively. Such gestures underscore Iran's intention to maintain a cordial relationship with Pakistan, which has acted as a mediator in tensions between Tehran and Washington. Araqchi expressed his gratitude to the Pakistani government, especially General Munir, for their valuable efforts in favor of a ceasefire. Munir, in turn, also highlighted the trust that Iran places in Pakistan's efforts, reaffirming his country's willingness to continue mediating until a beneficial result is obtained for both parties.
Iran's position and the US reaction
For their part, the Iranian authorities have made it clear that they will not meet with the US delegation, made up of Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, in what appears to be an affirmation of their firm stance on dialogue. Araqchi, after his meetings in Pakistan, had scheduled a visit to Oman and then to Russia, countries that are also involved in mediating this complex situation. Iranian state radio and television reported that the note presented by Araqchi thoroughly addresses Iran's concerns, although without offering specific details. This indirect communication strategy has become a common resource after the failure of direct negotiations, evidenced in the failed April meeting, which lasted more than 20 hours without reaching an agreement.
Trump's statements and the current context
In a significant turn, Donald Trump announced the cancellation of the US delegation to Islamabad, which he highlighted in a message shared on social networks, indicating that he considered there had been “too much time wasted” and “too much work” in this negotiation. In his remarks, Trump suggested that there was a great
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