Pakistan, April 8 -- Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will lead negotiations in Islamabad with US Vice President JD Vance. The talks, confirmed by Iran's Supreme Security Council, are set to begin Friday and follow Pakistan-mediated ceasefire agreements. The discussions aim to settle disputes and advance long-term regional stability after escalating tensions.

Qalibaf, a close confidant of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his successor Mojtaba, is known for hardline positions on Israel and the United States. He previously vowed severe retaliation after Khamenei's killing during the first day of the war. Despite this, he also has a pragmatic image, highlighting professionali...