(260412) -- ISLAMABAD, April 12, 2026 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on April 12, 2026 shows a street view in Islamabad, Pakistan. Negotiations between Iran and the United States in Islamabad, Pakistan, have concluded without an outcome as the U. S.
New posts 09:48 Iran 'In No Hurry' To Negotiate With US Tehran has no plans for the next round of peace talks to end the war, Iran's Fars news agency reported, after Islamabad peace talks collapsed and US officials departed for Washington.
Iran delegation leaves Pakistan after failed US talks Iran’s negotiating delegation has departed Pakistan following the conclusion of talks with the United States that ended without an agreement, according to Iran’s Mehr news agency. The delegation included Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The departure comes shortly after US Vice President JD Vance also left Islamabad, saying the two sides failed to reach a deal after marathon negotiations.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry praised Pakistan for hosting and mediating negotiations with the US, outlining the discussions that were held on the Strait of Hormuz, nuclear concerns, war reparations, sanctions removal, and the pursuit of ending regional conflicts.
Iran says ‘diplomacy never ends’ as consultations continue Iran’s foreign ministry said diplomatic efforts will continue despite stalled talks with the United States, with spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, saying “diplomacy never ends,” according to IRNA. Baghaei said diplomacy remains a key tool to “secure, protect and preserve national interests,” adding that consultations with Pakistan and other friendly and neighbouring countries will continue. A Pakistani Ranger walks past a billboard for the US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad on 12 April 2026.
New Delhi [India], April 12 (ANI): Following the stalemate in peace talks between Iran and the US in Islamabad, Congress leader Udit Raj on Saturday said the breakdown of dialogue could have serious global consequences, calling the development 'unfortunate'. Udit Raj said the failure of peace talks could increase the risk of conflict.
Accra [Ghana], April 12 (ANI): The Iranian embassy in Ghana on Sunday issued a defiant post on X, following the stalemate in peace talks between Iran and the US in Islamabad. Despite an extraordinary diplomatic push by Washington, Iranian officials report that the United States failed to extract any concessions, leaving the regional status quo--and the blockade of the Strait--firmly in place.
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 12 (ANI): Maulana Yasoob Abbas, General Secretary of All India Shia Personal Law Board leader (AISPLB), on Sunday reacted to the failure of talks between Iran and the United States held in Islamabad, which ended without any agreement even after 21 hours of negotiations. Speaking to ANI, Abbas said that the deal must be on equal terms.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian condemned the US’ history of violating commitments in past negotiations and highlighted the imposition of two wars along with a series of offenses against the Iranian people.
Australia urges US, Iran to resume talks after stalemate Australia’s foreign minister, Penny Wong, urged the United States and Iran to uphold the ceasefire and return to negotiations after talks in Islamabad ended without agreement. “It is disappointing that the Islamabad talks … have ended without agreement,” Wong said in a statement, adding that the priority now must be to maintain the ceasefire and resume diplomacy. She warned that any escalation would increase the human toll and further impact the global economy.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian extended his congratulations to Nizar Amidi following his election as Iraq’s new president, expressing optimism for the deepening of ties between the two neighboring nations.
Islamabad [Pakistan], April 12 (ANI): Minister of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan, Ishaq Dar, on Sunday called for the US and Iran to uphold the ceasefire as the peace talks hit a deadlock. 'We hope that the two sides continue with the positive spirit to achieve durable peace and prosperity for the entire region and beyond. It is imperative that the parties continue to uphold their commitment to ceasefire.
Tokyo [Japan], April 12 (ANI): Iranian Embassy in Japan on Sunday highlighted that Iran cannot secure through diplomacy what failed through military aggression. Iran further said that the 'best and final offer'' that US Vice President JD Vance raised cannot be seen as a unilateral mandate.
Washington DC [US], April 12 (ANI): While US Vice President JD Vance's departure from Pakistan without a signed agreement has been characterised by some as a diplomatic failure, Michael Kugelman, Director of the South Asia Institute at the Wilson Centre, suggested that the 'Islamabad Dialogue' is merely a pause in a much longer game.
Video: No breakthrough after 21 hours of Iran nuclear talks, says Vance JD Vance said negotiations with Iran ended without progress after more than 21 hours of talks, stating the US “could not get to a situation” where Tehran accepted its terms. Speaking after the discussions, Vance said the core demand remains a firm commitment that Iran will not pursue nuclear weapons or the capability to rapidly build one. He added that while the US side was “quite flexible” and entered talks in good faith under Donald Trump, “we haven’t seen that yet,” and “weren’t able to make any headway.
Iran says negotiations with US stalled after differences on three key issues Iran’s foreign ministry said negotiations with the United States ended without an agreement after differences emerged on three key issues. In the negotiations, we discussed the 10 Iranian points and the points of the American side. During the negotiations, we reached an understanding on some points, but differing viewpoints emerged on three issues," the ministry said.
Washington DC [US], April 12 (ANI): As US Vice President JD Vance departed Pakistan following a gruelling 21-hour marathon of negotiations, the diplomatic efforts to secure a peace deal with Iran have hit a significant stalemate.
Iran says 'unrealistic to expect deal' in single round of talks Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said it was unrealistic to expect a deal with the United States in a single round of negotiations, noting the talks took place after weeks of conflict and amid deep mistrust. Baghaei said both sides had reached an understanding on some issues but remained divided on “two to three important” matters. He added that progress depends on the “seriousness and good faith” of the other side and recognition of Iran’s “legitimate rights and interests.
Pakistan urges US and Iran to uphold ceasefire, continue talks Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar urged the United States and Iran to maintain their commitment to the ceasefire and continue negotiations in a “positive spirit. ” He said it is imperative for both sides to work toward “durable peace and prosperity” in the region. Dar added that Pakistan will continue to facilitate dialogue between the two sides in the coming days and expressed gratitude to both for recognising Islamabad’s role in helping secure the ceasefire.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said the talks between Iran and the US in Islamabad, Pakistan, has failed to yield results, but at the same time noted that diplomacy never ends.
