Pakistan says 'U.S.-Iran indirect talks are taking place'

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed on Thursday (March 26, 2026) that indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran were being held to end their war, using Islamabad as an intermediary.

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Mr. Dar, who is also deputy Prime Minister, described speculation about "peace talks" as "unnecessary", adding: "In reality, U.S.-Iran indirect talks are taking place through messages being relayed by Pakistan.

There has been unnecessary speculation in the media regarding peace talks to end ongoing conflict in the Middle East. In reality, US-Iran indirect talks are taking place through messages being relayed by Pakistan. In this context, the United States has shared 15 points, being…

— Ishaq Dar (@MIshaqDar50) March 26, 2026

Pakistan says 'U.S.-Iran indirect talks are taking place'

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