High-Stakes Diplomacy: Iran-U.S. Peace Talks Set for Islamabad

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is scheduled to visit Islamabad on Friday to revive peace talks with the United States. Although U.S. negotiators are not expected to engage directly with Araqchi, President Trump plans to dispatch envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to the Pakistani capital.

According to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, there have been positive developments on the Iranian side, and further progress is anticipated during weekend discussions. U.S. Vice President JD Vance remains on standby to join if negotiations yield a breakthrough.

Amid the unfolding diplomatic activities, oil prices have seen volatility due to the geopolitical tensions, while Trump continues to strategize over the Strait of Hormuz blockade, underscoring the significant global stakes involved.