Islamabad is set to host Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi over possible U.S. negotiations, though Pakistani officials say nothing has been scheduled yet.
- Al Arabiya
No date or location is set for resuming U.S.–Iran talks to end the war, Pakistani government sources told Anadolu. Negotiations are expected to take place in Islamabad and Doha. Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi is set to visit Tehran within a day or two on issues tied to restarting the talks.
Iran's Interior Minister Momeni held talks in Islamabad with Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir.
A Pakistani Interior Ministry source told Al Jazeera that Iran's Interior Minister will arrive in Islamabad Monday evening.
Qatar's Foreign Ministry pressed all parties to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, resume dialogue, and implement the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.
NOW: Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister: We have no commitments regarding the Islamabad memorandum of understanding with the United States
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister:
We currently have no commitments when it comes to the Islamabad MOU with the US.
Iran's Fars News denies reports from Al Arabiya and Fox News of a new round of Iran-US talks next week.
A source close to the Iranian negotiating team called claims of finalized preparations in Islamabad and continued technical discussions "false" with "no basis in reality," adding that any developments would come only through official Iranian channels.
A third round of U.S.–Iran talks may take place in Islamabad on July 14–15, the Pakistan Observer reports.
A senior Iranian delegation led by Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni is expected in Pakistan in the coming days, after Khamenei's funeral ceremonies conclude.
Pakistan's Prime Minister has departed from Islamabad for Tehran where he will participate in the funeral ceremony of the late Supreme Leader Khamenei
Iran’s chief negotiator, Ghalibaf: “The Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding has become a declaration of America’s defeat.”
Speaking in Baku, Ghalibaf said the agreement with Washington marked a an American setback, not a victory.
Iran's Speaker of Parliament, Ghalibaf:
The Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding became a declaration of America's defeat.
Iran's FM in Islamabad meeting Pakistani leadership ahead of Pezeshkian's arrival.
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Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei contradicts Vice President Vance, saying the Iranian delegation did not discuss the nuclear file during the talks and “accepted no new commitments.”
Baqaei added that any future nuclear negotiations under the Islamabad MoU are contingent on the implementation of Article 13 of the agreement.
Lebanon was the priority topic as talks focused on Article 13 of the Islamabad MOU. - Iranian state media
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif:
"I am honoured to announce that the historic ‘Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding’ has been electronically signed today between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran. The M...
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif:
"I am honoured to announce that the historic ‘Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding’ has been electronically signed today between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Memorandum has been signed by honourable Presidents of both the countries and also endorsed by me as the mediator. The signing of this agreement at the highest level of the respective governments demonstrates the commitment of both sides to a diplomatic resolution of the conflict. Islamabad MoU shall enter into force with immediate effect and as a first step, Islamic Republic of Iran will instantly reopen the Strait of Hormuz and the United States of America will immediately lift the naval blockade.
I offer my heartfelt congratulations and sincere appreciation to the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump whose steadfast commitment to diplomacy and preference for peaceful resolution have once again helped end a conflict that could have led to devastating consequences for the region and beyond. I also commend the dedication and tireless efforts of the United States negotiating team, including J.D. Vance, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, for their invaluable contributions to this achievement.
I express my profound respect and appreciation to His Eminence Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Islamic Republic of Iran and President Masoud Pezeshkian for their wisdom, foresight and statesmanship in embracing the cause of peace. I also wish to recognize the efforts of the Iranian negotiating team, including Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Abbas Araghchi and Eskandar Momeni, whose patience, perseverance and commitment to constructive engagement were instrumental in bringing this agreement to fruition.
I would especially like to acknowledge the sincere efforts and constructive engagement of the leadership of the State of Qatar in helping reach this point. I also highly commend the leadership of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Republic of Türkiye and the Arab Republic of Egypt for their indispensable role and invaluable contributions in this regard.
I would also like to make special mention of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, whose tireless efforts, selfless dedication and instrumental role were critical in facilitating this breakthrough and advancing the cause of peace and regional stability.
May this Memorandum of Understanding serve as an enduring foundation for greater understanding, mutual respect and shared prosperity for the complete region."
A Qatari delegation is heading to Islamabad as part of ongoing efforts to broker a U.S.-Iran deal, sources told Al Arabiya.
The upcoming U.S.-Iran deal will be called the "Islamabad Agreement." - Axios
Al Arabiya: Islamabad is stepping up diplomatic efforts to preserve the ceasefire and prevent a wider escalation.
At the invitation of Pakistan's Field Marshal Asim Munir, Lebanese Army commander Rodolphe Haykal is traveling to Islamabad.
A Western diplomatic source told Saudi outlet Al-Hadath that Iran must not be allowed the final say on Lebanon, warning against linking Lebanon's future to the Islamabad negotiations. The source said the U.S. move toward an agreement with Iran drove Israel's escalation in Lebanon.
Pakistani sources claim Iran and the U.S. have picked Islamabad to sign a memorandum. No confirmation from either Washington or Tehran.
IRIB: A draft “Islamabad agreement” to end the Iran war remains under negotiation, with Tehran warning nothing is final and distrust toward the U.S. remains high.
Reported terms include eased U.S. restrictions on Iranian shipping, a phased...
IRIB: A draft “Islamabad agreement” to end the Iran war remains under negotiation, with Tehran warning nothing is final and distrust toward the U.S. remains high.
Reported terms include eased U.S. restrictions on Iranian shipping, a phased restoration of commercial transit in the Persian Gulf and Sea of Oman, and possible UN Security Council backing within 60 days.
The Strait of Hormuz would reportedly remain under Iranian and Omani inspection control rather than fully reopening, while any U.S. military pullback near Iran remains undefined.
Trump:
We have great respect for Pakistan and Islamabad and tremendous respect for the Prime Minister and the Field Marshal.
They are working with us, they continue to work with us
Pakistan’s foreign minister says all traffic restrictions in Islamabad have now been lifted.
I guess no more Islamabad talks.
