In a turning point that indicates the crisis has shifted from an escalation stage to a negotiation path, the administration of US President Donald Trump is preparing to hold possible direct talks with Iran in the coming days, with the aim of reaching a long-term agreement that will put an end to the conflict between the two sides.
According to a report by CNN journalists Alaina Train and Christine Holmes, citing American sources, preparations are underway to hold direct meetings between American and Iranian officials, although no final date has been set yet.
White House spokeswoman Carolyn Leavitt said: “There are discussions about direct talks, but nothing is final until it is announced by the president or the White House,” indicating the continuation of intense efforts behind the scenes without official confirmation at the moment.
According to officials, the Pakistani capital, Islamabad, is likely to host these meetings, in the presence of Pakistani mediators, especially after the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between Washington and Tehran, which paved the way for diplomacy.
The report indicated that US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Vice President J.D. Vance are expected to participate in these talks, if they are held. The sources explained that Vance, who is currently on a visit to Hungary, may change his travel plans to add another stop if necessary.
Overall, the preparation for direct negotiations represents an important shift in crisis management, as the seriousness of the current truce is being tested as a starting point towards a broader agreement that may reshape the relationship between Washington and Tehran.
