Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasizes that US-Iran talks, which have been ongoing despite recent tensions, are being mediated by Pakistan and Qatar. The talks remain active, despite recent incidents.
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Araghchi says US-Iran talks ongoing
21 October 2026 03:07 BST
Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said that talks with the US mediated by Pakistan and Qatar remain ongoing, according to NourNews.
"Negotiations with the US continue through intermediaries including Pakistan and Qatar," he was quoted as saying by the agency.
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