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Latest U.S.-Iran news: Trump reveals major changes in Vance
—Pakistani Prime Minister : A few areas violated the ceasefire agreement; Trump : Vance may be absent from face-to-face negotiations.
Reporter : Wang Duran / Editor: Fang Xun / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0409/2370091.htm
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif posted on the X platform on 8 April 2026, stating that a few violations of the ceasefire agreement in the conflict zone are undermining the peace process. He urged all parties to exercise maximum restraint and strictly adhere to the two-week ceasefire agreement so that diplomatic negotiations can proceed smoothly. Sharif wrote in his post: “A few violations of the ceasefire in the conflict zone are damaging the spirit of the peace process. I sincerely call on all parties to exercise restraint, respect the agreed two-week ceasefire, and allow diplomacy to play a leading role in the peaceful resolution of the conflict.” He had previously revealed that communication with Iranian President Masood Pezeshkyan was progressing smoothly, and Iran had confirmed its participation in subsequent negotiations. Pakistan, as a mediator, has invited delegations from both the US and Iran to Islamabad for further talks.
Latest Developments in Negotiations: Trump says Vance may be absent from face-to-tace talks due to security concerns
U.S. President Trump, in an interview with the New York Post on 8 April, stated that Vice President J.D. Vance may not personally attend face-to-face negotiations with Iran due to security concerns. He emphasized, however, that peace talks would still be held soon in Pakistan.
Previously, Reuters and other media outlets reported that the U.S. delegation was originally planned to be led by Vance, while the Iranian side would be led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi. The two sides initially planned to meet in Islamabad on 9 April (Thursday) or 10 April. The White House has confirmed high-level participation in the negotiations, including Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner.
Trump stated that he was "very patient but also eager" for the negotiations to proceed, hoping that the two sides could reach a more lasting solution through this ceasefire. Background: The US and Iran reached a temporary ceasefire agreement on the evening of 7 April 2026, mediated by Pakistan, for a period of two weeks, covering several conflict zones, including Lebanon.
The ceasefire agreement is currently facing its first test, with sporadic violations already reported.
The negotiations are expected to focus on issues such as freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions easing, and regional security arrangements.
The situation is still developing rapidly, and more details of the negotiations are expected to be released in the coming days.
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