Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and senior adviser Jared Kushner are set to travel to Islamabad on Saturday morning for talks with Iran, as part of renewed diplomatic efforts mediated by Pakistan.
The announcement was made by White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, who confirmed that the visit aims to push forward negotiations amid ongoing regional tensions.
The U.S. delegation is expected to engage in high-level discussions focused on de-escalation, with Pakistan playing a central role in facilitating communication between Washington and Tehran.
This development follows earlier rounds of talks that failed to produce a breakthrough, but officials say there are still signs of progress that justify continued engagement.
Iran’s delegation, led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, is already in Islamabad, although Tehran has indicated that any exchanges may remain indirect through Pakistani mediation rather than direct talks.
Security has been heightened across Islamabad, with strict measures in place to ensure a safe environment for the sensitive diplomatic process.
Analysts say the arrival of top U.S. envoys underscores the importance of Pakistan’s role as a mediator at a critical moment in the crisis.
Officials believe this round of talks could be crucial in rebuilding trust and narrowing key differences between the two sides.
As both delegations prepare to engage, global attention remains focused on whether these discussions can revive diplomacy or if tensions will continue to escalate.
