How was the U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal reached?
The Hindu·3h ago·Hope
What Happened
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf arrived in Islamabad on April 11, 2026, followed by U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance and special envoy Steve Witkoff. Pakistan mediated talks aimed to establish a permanent ceasefire after a two-week temporary ceasefire. The U.S. had previously presented Iran a 15-point plan on March 24 through Pakistani General Asim Munir following U.S.-Israeli bombing campaigns.
Key Entities
Mohammad-Bagher GhalibafJ.D. VanceSteve WitkoffAsim MunirPakistanIranUnited StatesIslamabad