India, April 11 -- In a significant diplomatic development, United States Vice President J.D. Vance arrived in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, on Saturday to lead crucial ceasefire negotiations with Iran, marking the highest-level direct engagement between the two nations since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

The visit signals a renewed push to de-escalate tensions in the region amid growing concerns over stability and security. Before departing for Islamabad, Vance underscored Washington's willingness to pursue diplomacy, stating, "If the Iranians are willing to negotiate in good faith, we are certainly willing to extend an open hand."

Iran's senior leadership is also present for the talks, with Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf ...