Pakistani officials are optimistic about a potential breakthrough in negotiations between the United States and Iran regarding Tehran’s nuclear program, facilitated by a diplomatic mission led by the Army Chief.
Pakistani sources are reporting a “major breakthrough” is anticipated in the ongoing discussions between the United States and Iran concerning the latter’s nuclear programme. This optimism stems from increased diplomatic efforts by Pakistan to de-escalate the conflict that has resulted in thousands of casualties. A high-level Pakistani delegation, led by Army Chief Asim Munir, recently traveled to Tehran to deliver a message from the US to the Iranian leadership. This delegation was received by Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who expressed gratitude for Pakistan’s support in facilitating dialogue. The delegation's objective is to lay the groundwork for a second round of US-Iran talks. Al Jazeera’s Osama Bin Javaid reports that Pakistani officials expect a significant advancement on the nuclear front, with delegates continuously relaying messages between Washington and Tehran. Key sticking points remain the length of an enrichment freeze (ranging from five to twenty years) and the handling of Iran’s existing stockpile of 440 kilograms of highly enriched uranium. Potential solutions include sending the uranium abroad, reducing it to its natural state, or increasing it to 3 percent enrichment. This diplomatic effort follows weekend talks in Islamabad which did not result in an agreement to end the war. Mediators are focused on compromise regarding the nuclear programme, control of the Strait of Hormuz, and compensation for wartime damages. The conflict, initiated by the US and Israel, has resulted in over 3,000 deaths in Iran and has spurred retaliatory actions by Tehran. Despite a ceasefire between Tehran and Washington, ongoing strikes by Israeli forces in Lebanon continue. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is currently undertaking a regional tour, including visits to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Turkiye, as part of a "double-pronged strategy" to mediate the conflict. DATA: None
Sources: Based on reporting from Al Jazeera
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