11.04.2026 20:30
A crisis erupted in the negotiations between the US and Iran in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan. While the discussions had been positive, they reportedly hit a deadlock regarding the status of the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran emphasizing that their permission is required for every ship passage. Iranian media reported that the new round of negotiations would take place tonight or tomorrow.
The diplomatic talks between the US and Iran in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, have reached a deadlock due to the status of the Strait of Hormuz.
HORMUZ CRISIS IN NEGOTIATIONS The initially positive atmosphere turned into a crisis when Iran conditioned the approval from Tehran for every ship passing through the strait. The US delegation rejected this demand, finding it contrary to international navigation freedom.
DATE SET FOR SECOND ROUND OF TALKS Despite this deadlock in the talks, the parties have not completely closed off diplomatic channels. Iranian media announced that a new round of negotiations aimed at overcoming the crisis and seeking solutions would take place tonight or tomorrow morning. The parties have begun exchanging written texts on key issues. The outcome of the summit is critically important for the future of energy security and military tension in the region.
PEZEŞKİYAN'S STATEMENT: THE IRANIAN DELEGATION IS PROTECTING ITS PEOPLE'S INTERESTS Iranian President Pezeşkiyan stated, "The high-level Iranian delegation in Pakistan is fully committed to protecting Iran's interests and will negotiate courageously in this direction. Our service to our people will not stop for a moment, and regardless of the outcome of the negotiations, the government will stand by its people."
IRAN: WE HAVE SUBMITTED A 10-POINT PROPOSAL Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Ismail Bekayi stated regarding the contacts with Pakistani officials, "Speaker of the Parliament Mohammad Baqir Qalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had discussions with Pakistani officials lasting about 2-2.5 hours, and the talks are still ongoing. Iran's assessments, views, and demands have been conveyed to the Pakistani side within the framework of a 10-point proposal package."
VANCE LEADS THE US DELEGATION In today's talks, the US side is represented by a delegation led by Vice President JD Vance. The delegation includes White House Special Representative Steve Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner. The Iranian side is led by Speaker of the Parliament Mohammad Baqir Qalibaf. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, Secretary of the Supreme Defense Council Ali Akbar Ahmadian, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iran, and some members of parliament are also participating in the talks.
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DELEGATIONS MET WITH SHAHBAZ SHARIF Both delegations separately met with Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif before the official meeting. Sharif first met with the Iranian negotiation delegation. Immediately after, Vice President JD Vance, leading the US delegation, met with Shahbaz Sharif.
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IRAN'S RED LINES According to Iranian state television, the Tehran administration's "red lines" were conveyed to the Prime Minister of Pakistan. Accordingly, among Iran's priorities are control over the Strait of Hormuz, payment of war reparations, the release of frozen Iranian assets, and a comprehensive ceasefire across the region.
Photos and belongings of children who lost their lives due to US-Israel attacks were placed on the seats of the plane carrying the Iranian delegation. TEMPORARY CEASEFIRE INCLUDING ISRAEL BETWEEN THE US AND IRAN Following the attacks initiated by the US and Israel on Iran on February 28, and the retaliatory attacks by Iran that turned into a war with some regional countries, US President Donald Trump announced on April 8 around 01:30 that he accepted the ceasefire.
Trump stated that they accepted a two-week ceasefire on the condition of opening the Strait of Hormuz, that they received a 10-point proposal from Iran, and that this was a feasible basis for negotiations.
The Iranian National Security Council, which stated that "Iran has achieved its objectives in the war," also reported that the final negotiations are aimed to be concluded in Islamabad within a maximum of 15 days.
Turkey, Pakistan, and Egypt have made intense efforts for the continuation and conclusion of the message exchange between the US and Iran.
The Israeli government, which announced its support for the temporary ceasefire, continues its attacks on Lebanon, arguing that the agreement does not include the issue of Lebanon.