The high-stakes diplomacy leading to Pakistan hosting US-Iran peace talks

Diplomats from the United States and Iran engage in discussions at a conference table in a formal meeting room in Pakistan, highlighting the country's role as a mediator in highstakes peace talks.

The US and Iran have a long history of strained relations, particularly since the withdrawal of the US from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) in 2018. In 2023, both nations have shown a willingness to explore avenues for de-escalation, with the US signaling interest in reviving nuclear talks and Iran expressing a desire … Read more