Direct negotiations between the United States and Iran officially began in Islamabad, Pakistan, as both nations seek a resolution to the ongoing conflicts in West Asia. This landmark dialogue follows separate meetings held by Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif with delegations from both countries. The US delegation is led by Vice President JD Vance, accompanied by Jared Kushner and Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, while the Iranian side is headed by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and includes Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Prime Minister Shehbaz expressed Pakistan's commitment to facilitating peace and stability in the region. These negotiations occur during a temporary ceasefire in the US-Israeli conflict against Iran, which has escalated tensions since February 28. The world is closely monitoring the outcome of these crucial talks, which are seen as a significant step towards achieving durable peace in West Asia.