Iran says talks with US will begin in Pakistan’s Islamabad

Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: April 8, 2026Country: Iran

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Iran says talks with US will begin in Pakistan’s Islamabad

Iran has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with the United States, with its National Security Council stating that talks will begin on Friday in Islamabad, based on Tehran's 10-point proposal. This announcement follows US President Donald Trump's agreement to suspend attacks on Iran for two weeks. The ceasefire is contingent upon Iran's complete and safe opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

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