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Diplomacy on the Test: Iran Does Not Confirm Presence at Islamabad Negotiations
Efforts to hold a new round of talks between the United States and Iran in Islamabad remain uncertain, as Tehran has yet to confirm participation and expresses skepticism about the diplomatic process.
The stage is set for the talks in the Pakistani capital, with the central area under tight security, according to BBC reports. Roads around the Serena Hotel, where the previous round was held, have been cordoned off, and a heightened military presence and diplomatic activity suggest intensive preparations. However, the main delegations have yet to arrive.
Pakistani Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said his country is in constant contact with the Iranian side and is pursuing the path of dialogue. He stressed that a decision by Iran to participate in talks before the expiration of the two-week ceasefire is essential.
This is the first time that Pakistan has officially acknowledged that Iran's participation is not guaranteed. According to authorities in Islamabad, continuous efforts have been made to convince the Iranian leadership, but without a definitive response so far.
For his part, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei confirmed to the BBC that no decision has yet been made on sending a delegation to Pakistan. He expressed concerns about recent US actions, including the naval blockade and seizure of an Iranian ship, as well as threatening statements by US President Donald Trump.
Baghaei stressed that Iran has entered the negotiations with seriousness and good will, but accused the US side of lack of consistency and frequent changes of positions. He did not specify the conditions that Iran might set for returning to the negotiating table, stressing that the issue remains under review.
Meanwhile, BBC sources report that diplomatic contacts are continuing to create the necessary conditions for the resumption of negotiations before the ceasefire expires.
The current situation reflects a fragile balance between efforts at dialogue and mutual distrust, leaving open the question of whether the talks in Islamabad will proceed as planned or be postponed to another moment./ Pamphlet
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