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Trump cancels Pakistan talks as uncertainty surrounds US Iran negotiations
April 25, 2026
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President Donald Trump has cancelled plans to send a United States delegation to Pakistan, adding to uncertainty over potential talks with Iran. Tehran insists no formal meeting with US officials had been agreed, despite earlier expectations that Islamabad could host negotiations. The move follows days of diplomatic activity involving multiple regional players.
Pakistan has been working to mediate between Washington and Tehran, with officials holding calls with Iran, Egypt and Russia. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has also been travelling across the region, including visits to Oman and plans to continue to Moscow. In Islamabad, restrictions in the diplomatic zone are being lifted after heightened security during the anticipated talks. While the cancellation marks a setback, diplomats say efforts are continuing behind closed doors. Officials describe diplomacy as an ongoing process rather than a single event. Pakistan remains hopeful that a second round of talks could still take place, though timing and conditions remain unclear. The situation reflects fragile progress, with both sides signalling openness to dialogue but remaining far apart on key issues. Al Jazeera's Osama Bin Javaid has the view from Islamabad on Pakistan's mediation efforts. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile #USIran #Diplomacy #Geopolitics #Pakistan #Iran #UnitedStates #MiddleEast #GlobalPolitics #WorldNews
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