US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said that negotiations could resume "over the next two days", days after the US-Iran talks failed to reach an agreement in Islamabad. Speaking to the New York Post, Trump confirmed that the venue is going to remain the same - Pakistan.
US President Donald Trump's Statement
As reported by the New York Post, in a phone interview, President Donald Trump said that discussions were "happening, but a little bit slow" before indicating that the second round of direct negotiations to end the seven-week war would take place somewhere in Europe, before dialling back half an hour later with an update.
"You should stay there, really, because something could be happening over the next two days, and we’re more inclined to go there," he said of Islamabad. "It’s more likely - you know why? Because the field marshal is doing a great job." President Trump was referring to Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir.
"He’s fantastic, and therefore it’s more likely that we go back there," he added. “Why should we go to some country that has nothing to do with it?" the President asked.
Uncertainty Over Participants In 2nd Round Of Talks
It is not yet known who will attend the second round of direct negotiations. The meeting may take place between the leaders who met in Islamabad during the first round of talks, or new participants may also be included, depending on how seriously both sides approach the situation.
Is The Venue Going To Be The Same? What Is The Timing Of The Talks?
The venue and timing have not yet been decided and will be announced once consensus is reached on where and when the negotiations between Washington and Tehran will take place. During the first round of negotiations held between April 10 and 12, the venue of discussion was the Serena Hotel in Islamabad.
US-Iran Negotiations Aimed At Easing West Asia Tensions
The negotiations are centred around easing tensions between the US and Iran, which increased following joint military strikes by US-Israeli forces on Iran and its leadership. Both sides will sit across from each other, seeking ways to restore peace in the West Asia region.
