US-Iran talks likely Monday in Pakistan

A senior US official says talks with Iran are likely Monday in Pakistan, with Trump's team on standby.

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Pakistan

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Friday, 17 April 2026 at 18:45 UTC

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Negotiations between the United States and Iran are likely to be held on Monday in Pakistan, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. A senior American official indicated that while no date has been formally set, discussions are expected to proceed then. President Donald Trump's negotiating team is on standby for the potential talks, which aim to finalize a comprehensive agreement amid ongoing tensions. The report follows previous statements from both sides highlighting significant differences, particularly on nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz blockade.

Updates · 3

17 AprIntel Slava

Reuters has now also confirmed the lack of a formal agreement and the potential for a meeting in Pakistan, adding a second major source to the reporting.

17 Apr@MonitorX99800

The Wall Street Journal report adds that reaching an understanding in the upcoming talks is not out of reach.

17 Apr@Osint613

The Wall Street Journal report adds that Trump's negotiating team is on standby for the talks.

e/eineurope · topic · T-00315cycle Friday, 17 April 2026 at 18:45 UTC · first reported 17 Apr