Qatar backs extension of US-Iran truce if no deal reached in Islamabad talks - Anadolu Ajansı

In Pakistan on 21 April 2026, preparations continued for new US-Iran talks in Islamabad as the ceasefire neared its expiry. Iran denied sending a delegation to Pakistan, and its foreign ministry spokesperson said Tehran had not decided on taking part. Vance's trip to Pakistan was put on hold, and Al Jazeera reported that Trump extended the ceasefire.

Qatar backed an extension of the US-Iran truce if no deal is reached in Islamabad. Germany urged Iran to meet the US there. Al Jazeera, citing Axios, reported a green light from Khamenei for taking part in the talks.