Pakistan mediation raises hopes for US-Iran nuclear breakthrough

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Pakistan mediation raises hopes for US-Iran nuclear breakthrough

Peoples Time Desk

Published : Thursday, 16 April, 2026 at 4:44 PM, Count : 35

Pakistan mediation raises hopes for US-Iran nuclear breakthrough

Hopes are rising for a potential breakthrough in US-Iran talks over Tehran's nuclear programme, with Pakistani officials expecting what they describe as a "major breakthrough," sources told Al Jazeera as Islamabad intensifies diplomatic efforts to end a war that has killed thousands of people.

The optimism came as a high-level Pakistani delegation led by Army Chief Asim Munir arrived in Tehran to deliver messages between Washington and the Iranian leadership, according to Iran's Press TV.

Munir was received by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who thanked Pakistan for its "gracious hosting of dialogue."

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Press TV also reported that the Pakistani delegation is working to prepare the ground for a second round of US-Iran talks.

Al Jazeera correspondent Osama Bin Javaid said Pakistani officials are anticipating "a major breakthrough on the nuclear front," with Islamabad continuing to act as a channel for communication between the two sides.

The main point of disagreement remains the length of Iran's uranium enrichment freeze and the status of its stockpile of around 440kg of highly enriched uranium.

Bin Javaid noted that discussions have ranged from a five-year freeze to as long as 20 years, with negotiators exploring possible middle-ground solutions.

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