WASHINGTON: The planned visit of US Vice President JD Vance to Pakistan for the second round of Iran-US negotiations has been postponed, according to American media reports.
Sources said the delay comes after Iran did not respond regarding participation in the upcoming talks. However, US official’s familiar with the matter indicated that the visit could be rescheduled at any time.
On the other hand, Iran has said that no decision has yet been made regarding sending a delegation to Islamabad for negotiations with the United States.
Speaking to a local news channel, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that participation in the Islamabad talks remains undecided and will depend on whether the negotiations prove meaningful and productive.
He emphasized that while Iran views diplomatic engagement as a responsible approach, any participation would be contingent on tangible outcomes. “Whenever negotiations are deemed result-oriented, Iran will take an appropriate decision,” he said.
Commenting on recent tensions, Baghaei strongly criticized alleged US actions against Iranian vessels, calling them a serious violation of international law, “maritime piracy,” and “state terrorism.” He said targeting Iranian ships and trade routes in open seas undermines global norms and raises serious concerns.
The spokesperson reiterated Iran’s longstanding distrust of the United States, stating that such actions further question Washington’s intentions.
He added that despite facing significant losses during recent hostilities, Iran’s leadership and armed forces showed resilience and prevented the opposing side from achieving its objectives.
Baghaei also stressed the importance of transparency, saying the Foreign Ministry remains committed to keeping the public informed. He noted that some international media outlets have misreported developments and emphasized that any official decision regarding the talks would be formally announced.
Meanwhile, Minister for Information Atta Tarar stated that the ongoing Iran-US ceasefire is set to expire at 4:50 AM (Pakistan time) on April 22.
According to reports, the two-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States is nearing its end, with uncertainty still surrounding the next steps from both sides.
US media further reported that negotiations could resume at any moment, although President Donald Trump has indicated he is not in favor of extending the ceasefire without a long-term agreement.
