Field Marshal Asim Munir and Abbas Araqchi conclude first round of talks
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The first round of talks between Pakistan's Field Marshal Asim Munir and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has been completed, with detailed discussions between the two leaders set to resume today. A breakthrough on Iran's nuclear program is possible, according to Al Jazeera TV, as the Pakistani delegation is discussing the nuclear program with Iranian authorities, led by Field Marshal Munir, who is currently in Iran. Pakistan has stepped up efforts for peace in the region, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Saudi Arabia and Field Marshal Munir in Tehran, as Pakistan's high-level delegation, led by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, arrived in Tehran last night. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi warmly welcomed the delegation at the airport, which includes Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, with the ISPR stating that Field Marshal Munir's visit is part of efforts to mediate between the US and Iran. Efforts to bring the parties back to the negotiating table are also underway, with the next round of Iran-US talks expected to take place in Islamabad. The Iranian foreign minister said he was pleased to welcome Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir to Iran, adding that Pakistan's dignified hospitality reflects the deep and great bilateral relations, and that their commitment to promoting peace and stability in the region is strong and shared. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ismail Baghaei said the Pakistani delegation's visit is a continuation of the 'Islamabad talks', with Pakistan playing a sole mediating role, and that since the Islamabad talks, an exchange of messages has been ongoing, with Pakistan facilitating an exchange of messages between Iran and the US, and that the talks will now be about a complete ceasefire. He added that the talks will also discuss lifting sanctions on Iran, and that they are willing to talk about the level of uranium enrichment, and that Iran is not interested in making nuclear weapons, and that Iran is the guardian and protector of the Strait of Hormuz, and will not accept any kind of intervention in the region, and that after the war, with the help of neighboring countries, they will ensure the security of the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran will not back down from supporting Lebanon. White House spokesperson Caroline Llew said in a press briefing that Pakistan is the sole mediator in talks with Iran, and that the second round of talks is also likely to take place in Islamabad, adding that Pakistan has proven to be an extraordinary mediator, and that President Trump wants to see Pakistan's role in the talks continue, which is what is happening. She added that they appreciate Pakistan's efforts for a ceasefire.