Pezeshkian, Naqvi discuss Iran-US talks and regional stability

TEHRAN: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held talks with Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Iran-US negotiations and regional stability, Iran’s state news agency IRNA reported on Wednesday.

During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on the latest developments in indirect Iran-US talks and diplomatic efforts aimed at implementing bilateral agreements.

President Pezeshkian also underscored the importance of continued dialogue, enhanced regional cooperation, and greater coordination among Islamic countries, according to the IRNA report.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian discussed Iran-US negotiations and regional stability with Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Iran’s state news agency IRNA reported on Wednesday.

The two sides exchanged views on the “latest status of indirect Iran-US negotiations”…

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Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump said earlier in the day that negotiations with Iran were in their “final stages,” warning Tehran of further military action if a peace agreement is not reached.

Nearly six weeks after Trump paused Operation Epic Fury under a ceasefire arrangement, efforts to formally end the conflict have made little progress.

Trump revealed he had recently come close to authorising fresh strikes on Iran but decided to delay military action to allow diplomacy more time.

“We’re in the final stages with Iran. Either we have a deal or we’re going to do some things that are a little nasty,” Trump told reporters, adding that he preferred a peaceful resolution over more casualties.