Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi returns to Pakistan for further war-ending talks
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Updated · The Wall Street Journal · Apr 26
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi returns to Pakistan for further war-ending talks
14 articles · Updated · The Wall Street Journal · Apr 26
Araghchi is set to arrive in Islamabad on Sunday after visiting Oman, while U.S. envoys will not attend following President Trump's cancellation.
Iran’s top diplomat described his previous Islamabad visit as “very fruitful” and shared a framework to permanently end the war on Iran with Pakistani officials.
Araghchi had earlier met Pakistan’s prime minister and army chief; his delegation returned from Tehran with instructions for the ongoing diplomatic efforts.
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Pakistan’s Crucial Mediation Role in the 2026 Iran-U.S. Conflict and the Impact of U.S. Envoy Visit Cancellation
Overview
In April 2026, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visited Pakistan to present Iran's demand for a fair framework ending U.S.-Israeli aggression and lifting the U.S. naval blockade disrupting oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran refused direct talks without prior U.S. concessions, leading to U.S. President Trump's cancellation of envoy visits to Pakistan, citing Iran's internal confusion and lack of direct engagement. Pakistan, maintaining neutrality and trusted ties with both sides, continues mediating through military channels to sustain dialogue and a fragile ceasefire. Meanwhile, Iran's IRGC reimposed a blockade on the Strait, escalating regional tensions. The diplomatic stalemate persists amid deep mistrust and incompatible demands, with both sides cautiously keeping communication open through intermediaries.