Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi is expected to arrive in Islamabad at 22:00 local time (18:00BST/13:00EDT), NY Post reports; the article does add though that it is not clear if the Iranian officials will arrive on Friday or Saturday

Newsquawk StaffPublished 24 Apr 2026, 12:02 UTC

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Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi is expected to arrive in Islamabad at 22:00 local time (18:00BST/13:00EDT), NY Post reports; the article does add though that it is not clear if the Iranian officials will arrive on Friday or Saturday

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The arrival of Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi in Islamabad could signal potential diplomatic developments, but the uncertainty of the exact timing adds an element of unpredictability. This situation warrants attention as geopolitical shifts often impact energy prices and currencies, particularly the USD, EUR, JPY, and GBP due to their exposure to Middle Eastern developments. Traders should consider how this might influence market sentiment and commodities depending on the discussions that arise from the visit.

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