Iran says U.S. talks at decisive stage
Pakistan steps up mediation efforts in Tehran
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei stated ongoing U.S.-Iran talks have reached a "decisive" juncture, signaled by Pakistani mediation. While citing deep differences worsened by recent attacks, he noted diplomacy continues as both sides present their positions.
Baghaei stated that Pakistan-led talks focus on ending aggression in Lebanon and addressing Strait of Hormuz security issues, including alleged U.S. blockades. He dismissed current nuclear negotiations, citing the failure of past attempts due to "unreasonable" demands and hostility.
Meanwhile Pakistan's army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir arrived in Tehran to discuss ongoing Iran-US negotiations aimed at ending the aggression that began when Washington and Tel Aviv launched military strikes on the Islamic Republic on February 28.
Munir was welcomed by Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni upon his arrival in the Iranian capital.
During the visit, Munir will meet key senior Iranian figures, according to Pakistani media outlets. It marks his second trip to Tehran amid Islamabad's intensified mediation efforts to secure a permanent end to the war.
According to security sources, the Pakistani army chief will hold discussions on the ongoing Iran-US talks, regional peace and stability, and other matters of mutual interest during the visit, Associated Press Pakistan reported.
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has been in Tehran for the past two days as part of indirect talks between the US and Iran, facilitating exchanges based on Tehran's 14-point peace proposal.
