U.S. President Donald Trump disclosed to the New York Post that the much-anticipated US-Iran peace negotiations could begin within the next two days in Pakistan, adding a fresh twist to the Middle East geopolitical chessboard.
Talks Timeline Set, Pace Slow
In an interview on Tuesday, Trump gave a clear timeframe: “It might be in the next two days, and it could be in Pakistan.” He acknowledged that the talks are “ongoing but moving a bit slowly,” signaling that while delegations are preparing to meet, fundamental differences remain unresolved.
Pakistan’s Mediation Role Praised
Trump praised Pakistani army chief Asim Munir as “very good” and credited Islamabad for playing a key mediating role. He expressed a preference to keep subsequent rounds in Pakistan rather than moving to neutral venues like Geneva. Pakistan has already offered to host a second round, aiming to push for concrete progress before the current ceasefire deadline expires.
Iran Open to Continued Talks
Reports indicate that Iran has also signaled readiness to keep the dialogue going. Both sides have shown willingness to talk, yet core sticking points — including the nuclear program and sanctions relief — remain under wraps. The choice of Pakistan as the venue underscores the Trump administration’s reliance on regional allies rather than traditional international mediators.