Tehran, Iran – In a significant diplomatic move aimed at containing escalating tensions in the Middle East, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is scheduled to travel to the Pakistani capital, Islamabad, next Sunday, according to media reports.
He will lead a high-level delegation comprising experts and technical officials.
The delegation will participate in a round of crucial talks concerning the anticipated “Islamabad Agreement.”
The agreement’s priorities: ending the war, not the nuclear issue
In revealing the dimensions of this visit, Iran Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghaei explained
during a meeting in Hamadan that the talks in Pakistan would focus primarily on ending military operations on all fronts.
This would include paying particular attention to the tense situation in Lebanon.
Baghaei clearly stated that the agreement currently being worked on focuses exclusively on de-escalation and ending the war.
He also emphasized that “it has been decided at this stage not to discuss the nuclear issue.”
This reflects Tehran’s desire to separate regional security matters from its nuclear program,
aiming to ensure the success of the de-escalation efforts.
Iranian warning regarding the signing
Regarding the potential timing of the agreement, the Iran Foreign Ministry spokesperson indicated that everyone is awaiting the final signing date.
He added, “Although it won’t be tomorrow, the possibility of it happening in the coming days cannot be ruled out.”
At the same time, Baqai expressed clear diplomatic reservations about international intentions,
noting the “hesitation of the other side” to offer public comments on the process.
Baqai also cautioned against excessive optimism, saying, “The other side has not fulfilled its commitments at all,
and we must base our expectations on that.”
This visit comes at a highly sensitive time. Regional and international capitals are awaiting the outcome of the “Islamabad Agreement.”
Many are counting on this agreement to chart a roadmap for ending the armed conflicts that have plagued the region in recent years.
