US Vice President JD Vance is expected to arrive in Islamabad tomorrow, Al Jazeera reports, citing sources close to the mediation.

He is expected to depart Washington, DC, in the evening (Pakistan time), arriving in Islamabad by late morning or early afternoon tomorrow.

According to US media reports, Vance is set to lead the US delegation for a second round of peace talks with Iran in Islamabad.

However, Iran is yet to make a final decision on its participation, citing renewed threats by US President Donald Trump.

A deserted road is pictured after authorities restricted movement for the US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad on April 12, 2026. — AFP
A deserted road is pictured after authorities restricted movement for the US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad on April 12, 2026. — AFP

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