An Iranian delegation led by Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi is expected to arrive in Pakistan on Friday, Pakistani government sources told Xinhua

The arrival of the Iranian delegation in Pakistan signals a pivotal moment for U.S.-Iran relations, especially as it coincides with ongoing peace talks mediated by Pakistan.

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An Iranian delegation led by Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi is expected to arrive in Pakistan on Friday, Pakistani government sources told Xinhua

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Araghchi is expected to arrive in Islamabad on Friday night with a small delegation, according to the government sources.
Following important discussions with the Pakistani mediation team, sources said that a second round of Islamabad peace talks between the United States and Iran is expected.
US logistics and security teams are already present in Islamabad to facilitate the negotiation process, said the sources.

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This development could influence regional stability and energy markets, particularly WTI prices, depending on the outcomes of these discussions. Traders should monitor market reactions closely, as any progress towards resolution may lead to shifts in sentiment around energy supply and geopolitical risk.

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