US-Iran Talks Likely to Resume in Islamabad Next Week

Fresh talks between the United States and Iran could begin as early as next week in Islamabad, according to a US media report, as both sides work through mediators to revive diplomacy after weeks of military escalation.

The report said negotiators are drafting a one-page, 14-point memorandum of understanding that would lay out the framework for a month-long round of talks aimed at ending the conflict. If progress is made, the process could be extended with mutual consent.

The proposed document is said to cover Iran’s nuclear program, tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, and the possible transfer of Iran’s highly enriched uranium stockpiles to another country. However, major issues are still unresolved, especially the scope of sanctions relief, which could complicate any breakthrough.

The latest push comes after tensions surged when the US and Israel carried out strikes on Iran on February 28. Tehran responded with retaliatory attacks, while shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz raised fears over regional stability and global energy supplies.

A ceasefire was later reached on April 8 through Pakistani mediation, briefly lowering tensions. But the first round of talks held in Islamabad on April 11 failed to produce a durable agreement.

The truce was later extended by US President Donald Trump without any clear deadline. Meanwhile, the US has maintained pressure on Tehran, including a naval blockade targeting Iranian maritime traffic in the strategic waterway since April 13.

If confirmed, the resumption of talks in Islamabad would mark another key diplomatic moment for Pakistan as efforts continue to prevent the conflict from widening further.