Iran confirms indirect talks with US through Pakistan, Qatar, and Oman

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1. 12 Sep 2026 77% related

   4 outlets · 2 developments

   Pakistan urges US and Iran to resume talks under Islamabad Memorandum

   Most outlets led with Pakistan's diplomatic efforts to encourage the United States and Iran to return to negotiations, citing the Islamabad Memorandum as the framework. The Express Tribune added a direct quote from the UN envoy emphasizing open communication channels with both countries at high levels.

2. 16 Aug 2026 83% related

   5 outlets · 2 developments

   Iran says no decision yet on resuming US talks despite mediator exchanges

   Most outlets reported that Iran has not yet decided to resume indirect negotiations with the United States, with the emphasis on Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi’s statement that messages exchanged through Pakistan and Qatar do not amount to formal talks. Arab News Pakistan added that Iran stressed the resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz depends on the US meeting certain conditions. 24 News HD and Business Recorder framed the mediator role of Pakistan and Qatar similarly, while Aaj News (English) focused more narrowly on the lack of decision on talks.

3. 10 Aug 2026 80% related

   7 outlets

   Iran Rules Out US Talks Until MoU Violations Cessate

   Most outlets reported that Iran, through Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, stated that direct talks with the US will not resume until Washington stops violating the June Memorandum of Understanding. Aaj News and Business Recorder included additional details about the absence of ongoing talks and Araghchi’s comments on messages being exchanged. Dunya News and Daily Times focused on the ruling out of direct negotiations and the condition tied to MoU violations. Samaa also noted the development of new shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz, which other outlets did not mention.

4. 31 Jul 2026 80% related

   11 outlets · 2 developments

   Pakistan says working to bring US and Iran back to negotiations under Islamabad MoU

   Most outlets reported that Pakistan is making efforts to bring the United States and Iran back to negotiations under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), with phrases like “doing utmost” or “utmost efforts” commonly used. A few also noted that negotiations are “ongoing” and that Pakistan is urging restraint amid regional tensions. Some headlines led with the specific focus on de-escalation and the Strait of Hormuz, while others framed the emphasis more broadly on restoring talks. Overall, the coverage was largely consistent in framing Pakistan’s role as a mediator, with slight variation in the specific emphasis on regional tensions or the MoU’s implementation.

5. 27 Jul 2026 77% related

   2 outlets

   Iran accuses US of undermining diplomatic talks through Pakistan

   Both outlets reported that Iran accused the US of violating the 14-point Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, but 24 News HD emphasized the exchange of messages through Pakistan and noted this was the third such incident in a year. Aaj News led with the accusation of betrayal in diplomacy and similarly highlighted the repeated nature of the US’s actions.