Crisis continues but contact remains: Signal of new talks on the US-Iran line

Critical contacts held between the US and Iran in the Pakistani capital of Islamabad did not result in an agreement. However, it was stated that the parties have not completely ended the diplomatic process and that preparations for a new round of talks are ongoing.

DIPLOMATIC TRAFFIC ACCELERATES FOR NEW CONTACTS

According to a report by the Wall Street Journal citing sources close to the matter, regional countries are conducting intense diplomacy to bring the two sides back to the negotiating table. Sources stated that a second round of talks is expected to take place within a few days.

NO CONSENSUS REACHED ON CRITICAL TOPICS

It was stated that the biggest disagreements in the talks were over the free use of the Strait of Hormuz, the future of Iran's nuclear program, and the unfreezing of the Tehran administration's assets. It was noted that Iran offered proposals to limit its uranium enrichment activities or reduce existing stockpiles, but these offers were not found sufficient.

CLEAR MESSAGE FROM WASHINGTON: NO AGREEMENT REACHED

US Vice President JD Vance confirmed in a statement after the 21-hour contacts that no agreement could be reached. Vance stated, "This is bad news for Iran, more so than for the US."

TEHRAN ADMINISTRATION BLAMES THE US

In the Iranian press, the reason for the impasse was cited as the "excessive demands" of the US. While the mutual accusations of the parties drew attention, the fact that the talks did not completely break off was the prominent element.

TENSION CONTINUES, DIPLOMATIC POSSIBILITY REMAINS

Experts assess that despite the ongoing crisis centered on the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear tension, the fact that the parties keep dialogue channels open leaves the way open for a new diplomatic process.

News Source: 12punto