Iran says it won't meet US, will convey position to Pakistan amid mediation

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Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Islamabad, Pakistan, on April 24, 2026, to meet with Pakistani officials. Iran stated it will not meet with the United States but will convey its position through Pakistan's mediation efforts to advance regional peace.

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Iran said no meeting is planned with the United States in Islamabad, according to foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei. He said Iran’s position would instead be conveyed to Pakistan amid ongoing mediation efforts.

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