Top officials may join US-Iran talks in Islamabad: Will Trump take part?

WASHINGTON: US-Iran diplomatic engagement reportedly planned in Islamabad has raised expectations of high-level participation from both sides, along with speculation about the possible role of the US President Donald Trump.

According to media reports, US Vice President JD Vance is expected to lead the American delegation, accompanied by senior officials including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

The talks are aimed at extending the ceasefire and advancing broader diplomatic understandings, with Trump expecting “very good news out of it”.

On the Iranian side, a high-level delegation is expected to arrive in Islamabad, reportedly led by Parliament Speaker Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

Reports further suggest that if negotiations succeed, both sides may issue a joint statement on extending the ceasefire, while discussions could also pave the way for a broader political agreement.

Amid these developments, speculation continues over whether Donald Trump could play any direct role in the process or potentially participate in a final signing ceremony, if a breakthrough is reached.