
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi thanked Pakistan on April 8, 2026, for efforts facilitating Iran-U.S. talks. Iran conditionally agreed to cease defensive operations if attacks stop, based on U.S. acceptance of Iran's 10-point proposal. Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif invited both nations to Islamabad on April 10 for further negotiations. Key Iranian demands include uranium enrichment recognition and sanctions lifting. A two-week safe passage corridor through the Strait of Hormuz was agreed upon.