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US-Iran Talks in Islamabad Expected to Last Two to Three Days, Envoy Says

Negotiations between the United States and Iran in Islamabad may run for two to three days, according to an envoy of Iran's Supreme Leader. The talks follow a two-week ceasefire announced by President Trump and a 10-point proposal from Tehran that Washington has agreed to consider. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is mediating the discussions.

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US-Iran Talks in Islamabad Expected to Last Two to Three Days, Envoy Says

ISLAMABAD — Negotiations between the United States and Iran in Pakistan's capital are expected to span two to three days, according to Abdul Hakim Elahi, an envoy of Iran's Supreme Leader, as reported by Russia's TASS news agency. The talks come after a two-week ceasefire was announced by both sides, with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif playing a mediating role.

Elahi told TASS that the discussions "may last for two or three days," after which the delegations would return to their respective countries to brief their officials. He also suggested that the current two-week truce might not be sufficient to reach a comprehensive agreement, stating, "A two-week truce will not be enough to reach final solutions." He emphasized the need to extend the ceasefire if progress continues, saying, "They have to expand this ceasefire."

The negotiations follow a significant development on April 7, when US President Donald Trump announced a mutual decision with Iran to halt hostilities for two weeks. According to Trump, the decision came after a proposal from Prime Minister Sharif, and was "subject to the Islamic Republic of Iran agreeing to the complete, immediate, and safe opening of the Strait of Hormuz."

Iran's Supreme National Security Council has reportedly put forward a 10-point proposal that the United States has agreed to. The proposal, as outlined by Iranian officials and cited by TASS, includes adherence to the principle of non-aggression, Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz, permission for uranium enrichment within Iran, the lifting of primary and secondary sanctions, payment of compensation, and the withdrawal of US forces from the region. Trump stated that the decision was based on Iran's willingness to open the strait, while Tehran agreed to cease "defensive attacks" provided no strikes are launched against Iran.

Prime Minister Sharif invited both Iranian and US delegations to Islamabad for further talks on April 10, with the aim of reaching "a final agreement to resolve all disputes." The current round of negotiations is taking place in this context.

Regarding the leadership of the Iranian delegation, reports are mixed. According to Iran's ISNA news agency, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has been selected to lead the Iranian team. However, a final decision has not been officially confirmed, as noted by Tasnim news agency, which cited an unnamed source. The discrepancy suggests that the composition of the Iranian delegation may still be subject to change.

These talks represent a potential step toward de-escalation between the two longtime adversaries, though significant differences remain. The involvement of Pakistan as a mediator adds a regional dimension to the negotiations, which are being closely watched by international observers.

As of now, no official statements have been released by the US or Iranian governments regarding the progress of the talks. The duration and outcome of the negotiations remain uncertain, with the possibility of an extended ceasefire and further discussions in the coming weeks.

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TASS — English as of Apr 8, 2026, 10:15 AM UTC

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Facts Included:

Iran has not made a final decision on its top negotiator
US President Donald Trump announced a mutual decision with Iran to halt hostilities for a two-week period
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif proposed the halt in hostilities
Iran put forward a 10-point proposal that the US agreed to
Sharif invited Iranian and US delegations for further talks in Islamabad

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TASS — English as of Apr 10, 2026, 5:16 PM UTC

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Facts Included:

Talks between Iran and the US in Pakistan may last for two or three days
A two-week truce may not be enough to reach final solutions
The ceasefire should be extended if the sides reach an accord
Details of Iran's 10-point proposal
US President Donald Trump's announcement of a mutual ceasefire with Iran

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimIran has not made a final decision on its top negotiator. Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has been picked to lead the Iranian delegation at negotiations in Islamabad on Friday.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via TASS — English as of Apr 8, 2026, 10:15 AM UTC
ClaimUS President Donald Trump announced a mutual decision with Iran to halt hostilities for a two-week period.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via TASS — English as of Apr 8, 2026, 10:15 AM UTC
ClaimPakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif proposed the halt in hostilities and invited Iranian and US delegations for further talks in Islamabad.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via TASS — English as of Apr 8, 2026, 10:15 AM UTC
ClaimIran put forward a 10-point proposal that the US agreed to, which includes adherence to the principle of non-aggression, Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz, uranium enrichment within the country, the lifting of primary and secondary sanctions, the payment of compensation, and the withdrawal of US forces from the region.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via TASS — English as of Apr 10, 2026, 5:16 PM UTC
ClaimTalks between Iran and the US in Pakistan may last for two or three days.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via TASS — English as of Apr 10, 2026, 5:16 PM UTC
ClaimA two-week truce may not be enough to reach final solutions, and the ceasefire should be extended if the sides reach an accord during the Islamabad talks.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via TASS — English as of Apr 10, 2026, 5:16 PM UTC

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