Iran–US talks in Limbo as Pakistan and Oman Mediate

Published 11 August 2026 · politics

Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visits Tehran, reinforcing Islamabad’s role in mediated messaging between Iran and the US. Iranian officials say talks via Oman continue

Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visits Tehran, reinforcing Islamabad’s role in mediated messaging between Iran and the US. Iranian officials say talks via Oman continue but deep mistrust persists.

Sanctions, frozen assets, Iran’s nuclear file and a US-imposed naval blockade remain major obstacles. Tehran insists no direct talks are underway, keeping any breakthrough highly uncertain.

Al Jazeera's Tohid Asadi explains from Tehran, Iran. Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App

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