IRNA, citing Iran’s Foreign Ministry, said on April 25 that Araghchi would “return to Pakistan again after completing his Oman schedule and before heading to Russia.” His trip had been expected to run Pakistan-Oman-Russia, but was adjusted to include a return to Pakistan after Oman.
IRNA said some members of Araghchi’s delegation returned to Tehran for consultations and instructions related to ceasefire discussions. They were expected to rejoin him on the night of April 26 in Islamabad.
Araghchi visited Pakistan on April 24 with a small delegation and met with Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir, fueling expectations that a second round of talks could be held over the weekend.
But after Araghchi delivered Iran’s demands and traveled to Oman on April 25, and the United States canceled plans to send its negotiating team to Pakistan, some observers questioned whether the talks had effectively collapsed.
Even after the U.S. cancellation, President Donald Trump left the door open, saying, “If they want to talk, all they have to do is call.” He also said he received “a much better new document” in less than 10 minutes, suggesting Iran had put forward a new proposal.
The purpose of Araghchi’s return to Pakistan remains unclear. Still, with the United States signaling it remains open to dialogue and Pakistan continuing mediation, attention has again turned to the possibility of renewed talks.
The United States had been preparing to send Jared Kushner and special envoy Steve Witkoff for negotiations, and it was also reported to have considered having Vice President JD Vance join the team if the situation progressed.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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