WANA (Apr 12) – The spokesperson for Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that the latest round of negotiations between Iran and the United States in Islamabad concluded without a final agreement, although the two sides reached partial understandings on several issues.

 

Esmaeil Baghaei said on Sunday, April 12, that this round of talks was the longest in the past year. He noted that the process began on Saturday morning through indirect discussions and message exchanges via a Pakistani mediator and continued continuously until late night hours.

 

He added that both sides discussed a wide range of issues, including Iran’s proposed 10-point plan and the positions raised by the other side. “We reached understandings on some points, but there were still differences on two or three key issues, and ultimately the talks did not lead to an agreement,” he said.

 

Referring to the future of diplomacy, Baghaei stressed that diplomatic engagement never ends. He described diplomacy as an essential tool for protecting national interests, emphasizing that diplomats must continue their work under all circumstances, in both war and peace.

Iranian Delegation “Minab 168” Arrives in Islamabad for Potential Talks with the United States. Social media / WANA News Agency

Iranian Delegation “Minab 168” Arrives in Islamabad for Potential Talks with the United States. Social media / WANA News Agency

He also pointed to the broader context of the talks, saying they took place after a 40-day period of military escalation and shortly following a ceasefire, in an atmosphere marked by distrust and suspicion. Given these conditions, he said, it was unrealistic to expect a comprehensive agreement from a single round of negotiations.

 

Baghaei further highlighted the complexity of the discussions, noting that new issues—such as regional matters and the Strait of Hormuz—were added to the agenda, making the process more challenging.

 

He also expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s role in facilitating the talks, thanking Shehbaz Sharif, Asim Munir, and Ishaq Dar for their efforts and hospitality.

 

According to reports, the negotiations between Iran and the United States began on Saturday in Islamabad with Pakistan acting as mediator. The talks were held in multiple rounds, involving Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and JD Vance, but ultimately ended without a deal.

 

Baghaei concluded by reaffirming that diplomacy will continue alongside other pillars of the state, working in coordination with the people and national institutions to safeguard Iran’s security and interests.