US, Iranian officials expected to hold talks in Pakistan on July 11
Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has said that implementing the memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States will be challenging, but remains achievable, as diplomatic efforts continue between the two countries.
According to Iran’s Students’ News Agency (ISNA), Ghalibaf made the remarks during a meeting with a Hamas leader, where he stressed that diplomacy and negotiations should help resolve military tensions while preserving the achievements of those involved in the conflict.
“The memorandum is being implemented today, and its implementation is difficult but possible,” Ghalibaf said, expressing cautious optimism about the agreement’s progress.
US-Iran talks reportedly expected in Pakistan
Meanwhile, media reports suggest that the next round of talks between the United States and Iran could take place in Pakistan on July 11 as both sides continue discussions over Tehran’s nuclear programme and sanctions.
According to reports carried by several media outlets, including Al Arabiya, the negotiations are expected to focus on US sanctions against Iran, frozen Iranian assets and the future of Tehran’s nuclear programme.
Reports also indicate that Tehran will decide on the composition of its delegation after the funeral ceremonies of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei conclude.
Separately, US media have reported that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian played an important role in encouraging Mojtaba Khamenei to pursue diplomacy with Washington instead of further confrontation.
Pezeshkian has also reportedly warned that a continuing maritime blockade has placed severe pressure on Iran’s economy. According to reports cited by The New York Times, the governor of Iran’s central bank cautioned that, if the blockade continues, the country could face shortages of food and medicine by the end of August.
Reports further claim that Pezeshkian has indicated he could resign if a potential agreement with the United States is rejected.
According to the same reports, Mojtaba Khamenei has said he would accept any agreement approved by Iran’s Supreme National Security Council. Media reports also suggest that the council has endorsed the proposed plan by a large majority.
While these developments point to renewed diplomatic momentum, neither Washington nor Tehran has officially confirmed the reported July 11 talks in Pakistan.
