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  "publishedAt": "2026-04-20T05:17:57.000Z",
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  "textContent": "WEB DESK: Sources close to Pakistani media have indicated that an Iranian delegation is expected to arrive in the capital on Tuesday for a potential second round of US-brokered peace talks, even as Iranian state media continues to deny any such plans.\n\nThe development comes amid heightened diplomatic activity as Pakistan seeks to extend a fragile two-week ceasefire in the Middle East that is due to expire shortly.\n\nPakistani officials have been quietly preparing security and logistical arrangements in Islamabad, according to _Xinhua_.\n\n## **Mixed signals from Tehran**\n\nIranian officials and state-linked outlets, including IRNA and Tasnim, have repeatedly stated there is currently “no decision” to send a negotiating team to Pakistan.\n\nThey have cited ongoing concerns over a US naval presence in the region, described by Tehran as a violation of the ceasefire understanding, along with what they call Washington’s excessive demands and shifting positions.\n\nDespite these public denials, reports from Pakistani and international outlets suggest backchannel efforts continue, with Islamabad acting as a key mediator.\n\nA Pakistani delegation, including senior military figures, recently visited Tehran to convey messages and explore the possibility of further dialogue.\n\n### **Pakistan’s mediation role**\n\nPakistan has positioned itself as a neutral facilitator in the sensitive negotiations, hosting the first round of talks earlier this month which involved high-level Iranian and US delegations but ended without a full agreement.\n\nForeign Office sources have not issued an official confirmation of Tuesday’s arrival, maintaining that no final dates have been set for the next round.\n\nHowever, local media reports point to renewed optimism for technical-level discussions that could help stabilise the ceasefire and address key flashpoints, including maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.\n\nAnalysts note that the coming days will be critical, with the ceasefire deadline looming. Any Iranian delegation would likely include familiar faces from the previous round, such as senior diplomats and parliamentarians, though details remain unconfirmed.\n\nThe situation remains fluid, and further updates are expected as diplomatic channels remain active between Islamabad, Tehran, and Washington.\n\nThe post Iranian delegation expected in Islamabad despite Tehran’s public denial appeared first on HUM News English.",
  "title": "Iranian delegation expected in Islamabad despite Tehran’s public denial"
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