JD Vance heads to Pakistan to lead US delegation in Iran talks

ISLAMABAD: US Vice President JD Vance has departed from Maryland for Pakistan to lead the American delegation in upcoming negotiations with Iran, which are being facilitated through Pakistan’s mediation.

Speaking to the media at the airport before his departure, JD Vance said he is participating in the talks under the guidelines of US President Donald Trump, expressing optimism that discussions with Iran would remain positive.

He stated that if the Iranian leadership engages in sincere and constructive dialogue, the United States is ready to move forward with an open mind.

 However, he warned that if Tehran does not demonstrate seriousness or attempts to manipulate the process, the US delegation will not respond positively.

The Iran–US talks are scheduled to take place in Islamabad tomorrow under Pakistan’s mediation.

The US delegation will be led by JD Vance and will include special envoy Steve Witkoff and former presidential advisor Jared Kushner.

The Iranian delegation will be led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.