Pakistan Urges US, Iran to Extend Ceasefire, Press Ahead With Talks
Summary
- Pakistan said it asked the US and Iran to extend the temporary ceasefire and continue diplomatic talks.
- Markets are watching whether the ceasefire is extended and whether talks continue as key variables for easing Middle East tensions and ensuring energy market stability.
- The current two-week temporary ceasefire is due to expire on Wednesday, and whether negotiations proceed remains uncertain.
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Pakistan urged the US and Iran to extend their temporary ceasefire and keep diplomatic talks going, underscoring the need to ease tensions through continued negotiations.
Walter Bloomberg reported on April 21 that Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar asked both sides to prolong the truce and continue diplomatic discussions.
Pakistan is preparing for a second round of talks and says dialogue is the only path to regional stability.
The current two-week temporary ceasefire is due to expire on Wednesday, though it remains unclear whether negotiations will proceed. President Donald Trump has indicated the truce could end.
Iran has not formally confirmed its participation in the talks, though it has signaled to mediators that it may send a delegation, the report said.
Markets are watching whether the ceasefire is extended and whether talks continue, viewing both as key factors in easing Middle East tensions and stabilizing energy markets.
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