U.S.-Iran Islamabad Peace Talks End in Stalemate
On April 12, 2026, direct peace talks between the United States and Iran in Islamabad concluded without an agreement. The U.S. delegation, led by Vice President JD Vance, and Iran’s team, headed by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, failed to bridge core differences after 21 hours of negotiations at the Serena Hotel. The main impasse revolved around nuclear terms and control of the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. proposed a strict 15-point plan demanding full dismantlement of Iran’s enrichment facilities and a permanent ban on uranium enrichment. In return, Washington offered comprehensive sanctions relief, civilian nuclear support, and release of frozen assets. Iran countered with its own 10-point proposal, insisting on guaranteed non-aggression, recognition of its enrichment rights, continued oversight of Hormuz transit fees, and withdrawal of all U.S. forces from the region. Tehran also sought binding international guarantees against future attacks and linked any deal to resolving the Lebanon-Israel conflict. With the existing ceasefire set to expire soon, both sides remain prepared to resume hostilities if no breakthrough is reached. Observers say talks could resume, but major technical disagreements persist.
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