FO urges media to refrain from speculation amid reports of Islamabad hosting US-Iran talks
The Foreign Office (FO) on Tuesday urged the media to refrain from speculation and await official announcements when asked about reports of Islamabad being a possible venue for talks between the US and Iranian representatives amid the ongoing Middle East conflict.
“Pakistan, consistent with its longstanding policy, remains committed to the resolution of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East/Persian Gulf through diplomatic means and engagements,” FO spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said.
“Diplomacy and negotiations often require that certain matters be advanced with discretion. The media is therefore encouraged to refrain from speculation and to await official announcements regarding decisions and outcomes,” he said.
The FO spokesperson’s statement came after several international media outlets, including Reuters and Axios, suggested that Islamabad could serve as a venue for potential direct talks between US and Iranian representatives in the coming days.
The claim gained traction because of US President Donald Trump’s hint on Monday at discussions with Iran in the next few days. However, there has been no official confirmation from Pakistan, the US or Iran regarding any such arrangement.
Earlier, Andrabi said in reply to a query by Dawn, “If the parties desire, Islamabad is always willing to host talks.” He recalled that Pakistan had consistently advocated for dialogue and diplomacy to promote peace and stability in the region.
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