According to Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Araghchi was received by Ishaq Dar and Asim Munir, along with senior officials. During his visit, the Iranian foreign minister is scheduled to meet Shehbaz Sharif and Dar to discuss regional developments and ongoing peace efforts.
The visit comes at a critical juncture, with Islamabad preparing for a potential second round of US-Iran talks after the first round—also hosted in Pakistan—ended without a breakthrough. While expectations remain cautious, it is still unclear whether Araghchi will engage directly with any US officials during this trip.
Iranian state media, including Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), said Araghchi’s visit is part of a broader regional tour that also includes Muscat and Moscow. The discussions are expected to cover the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the US, and Israel, as well as diplomatic pathways to de-escalation.
Meanwhile, sources indicate that a US logistics and security team is already in Islamabad, signalling preparations for possible high-level engagements. This follows sustained diplomatic outreach by Pakistan, which has positioned itself as a key mediator in the crisis.
Earlier, Dar and Araghchi held a phone call in which both sides reviewed the ceasefire and Pakistan’s facilitation efforts. The Iranian minister reportedly appreciated Islamabad’s “constructive role” in promoting dialogue.
Tensions remain high, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, where disagreements over maritime access and blockades have been a major sticking point. The first round of talks failed to resolve these issues, and subsequent actions—including a US naval blockade announced by Donald Trump—further complicated the situation.
Despite setbacks, Pakistan continues to push for diplomacy. The ceasefire, originally brokered on April 8, was extended shortly before expiry after Islamabad urged Washington to allow more time for negotiations.
