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Iran’s Negotiating Team Remains in Tehran Amid Ongoing Israeli Strikes on Lebanon

According to Abas Aslani, a senior research fellow at the Iran-based Center for Middle East Strategic Studies, the Iranian delegation has not departed for scheduled talks in Pakistan with the US this weekend, as a result of Israel’s ongoing attacks on Lebanon.

Aslani pointed out that the Iranian side has expressed reluctance to proceed with negotiations in Islamabad, citing the continued Israeli strikes against Lebanon as a major obstacle. This development, he noted, has created a sense of uncertainty surrounding the talks.

Furthermore, Aslani highlighted that the US has made some adjustments to its 10-point plan, which was initially seen as a viable framework, even by the US president. This shift has exacerbated a “trust deficit” that has long plagued relations between Iran and the US.

Aslani explained that Iran’s distrust of the US has been a persistent issue, and the recent changes have reignited concerns about the US’s reliability. This, in turn, may put pressure on the Iranian delegation from the public, who may question why Iran is engaging in dialogue with the US despite being attacked twice during previous negotiations.

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