Tehran has warned Washington against attempting to evade responsibility in the negotiations in Islamabad, according to an Iranian source cited by Fars News Agency.

According to the source, efforts are underway on the sidelines of the negotiations to portray “Israel” as an independent and disruptive actor, allowing Washington to distance itself from responsibility for the outcomes of the talks.

The source cautioned against what it described as a US effort to “blame Israel and absolve the United States” of responsibility.

Tehran rejects this framing, saying it does not view “Israel” as a separate or independent party from US decision-making, and holds Washington accountable if an agreement is not reached by the end of these negotiations. 

Iranian delegation meets Pakistani PM

Iranian state television reported that the Iranian negotiating delegation held a meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad.

During the meeting, the Iranian side reportedly presented Tehran’s proposals and outlined its “red lines” in the negotiations.

The office of the Pakistani prime minister praised what it described as the “constructive engagement” of both Iranian and US delegations during the talks.

It also expressed hope that the discussions could serve as a step toward achieving lasting peace in the region, as Islamabad continues to facilitate dialogue between the two sides.

Duration of Iran-US talks in Islamabad uncertain

As for the duration of the negotiations in Islamabad, it remains uncertain because Tehran is still evaluating the other side before fully committing to the format and timing of the discussions, as emphasized by Iranian officials. 

Iran is currently in the process of assessing the US delegation and the overall conditions surrounding the negotiations. If talks proceed, they are expected to begin after final internal consultations and procedural clearance, according to a report by Tasnim News Agency. 

The report also suggests that the current planning indicates that if negotiations proceed, they are likely to begin on Saturday evening and conclude within a single day. 

Iran has presented a ten-point plan for the negotiations, which includes demands for the withdrawal of US forces from the region, lifting of sanctions, and regulatory control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, as well as the cessation of Israeli aggression on Lebanon. 

Iranian officials maintain that they do not fully trust US intentions, stating that the talks are not necessarily aimed at resolving the war outright, but rather shifting the confrontation from the battlefield to the diplomatic arena.

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