US-Iran Talks Latest Update: Pakistani fighter jets escorted the aircraft carrying US Vice President JD Vance as he arrived in Islamabad for high-stakes talks with Iran amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Visuals showed five Pakistan Air Force F-16 jets accompanying the US Air Force’s Boeing C-32A aircraft in Pakistani airspace before it safely landed at Nur Khan Airbase.
Today high level meeting on US Iran ceasefire talk will take place in Pakistan. The meeting is highly protected by the Pakistani officials and agenda on talk is preset to negotiate between two nations.
#WATCH | Pakistan: US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Islamabad for peace talks with Iran.
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US Iran Talks: First High-Level Meeting Since 1979 Revolution
JD Vance is set to meet Iranian leaders later today in what could become a historic diplomatic moment. The meeting is expected to be the highest-level face-to-face engagement between the US and Iran since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. He will be accompanied by special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, son-in-law of Donald Trump.
Iran Delegation in Islamabad; Led by Ghalibaf and Araghchi
The Iranian delegation is headed by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf along with Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi. However, trust remains a major concern between the two sides.
“We have good intentions, but we do not trust. Our experience in negotiating with the Americans has always been met with failure and broken promises,” Iranian state media quoted Ghalibaf as saying.
Pakistan’s Role in US-Iran Talks: Call for Constructive Dialogue
Ishaq Dar has urged both nations to engage positively and work towards a peaceful resolution. He also reaffirmed Pakistan’s role as a facilitator in the negotiations.
US vs Iran Negotiation Terms: Key Differences Explained
The US and Iran continue to differ on major issues ahead of the talks. The US, under Donald Trump, has reportedly proposed a 15-point framework requiring Iran to give up its highly enriched uranium and accept limits on its military. In response, Iran has submitted a 10-point plan seeking reparations and recognition of its control over the Strait of Hormuz.
Middle East Tensions 2026: Israel-Lebanon Talks Next
Beyond the US-Iran talks, tensions continue in the region. Lebanon and Israel are preparing for separate discussions next week. A temporary pause in fighting has provided some relief after intense strikes that had earlier threatened to disrupt the ongoing diplomatic efforts.
