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Middle East Eye • April 11, 2026 13:31

US and Iranian delegations holding direct talks in same room

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US and Iranian delegations holding direct talks in same room

The US and Iranian delegations are engaging in direct negotiations, according to Al Jazeera.

The delegations are reportedly in the same room, with Pakistani mediators present.

The main delegations are expected to be in Islamabad only for a day, while talks between lower-level diplomats are expected to continue over the coming days.

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