Members of an Iranian delegation reportedly faced serious security threats during and after failed ceasefire talks with the United States in Islamabad, prompting extraordinary measures to ensure their safe return to Iran. According to Iranian political analyst Mohammad Marandi, the delegation altered travel plans mid-journey amid fears of a potential attack.

Marandi, who accompanied the delegation, told Lebanese outlet Al-Mayadeen that the group received direct threats while en route to Pakistan for negotiations. He claimed there were concerns that their aircraft could be targeted, leading to heightened security precautions throughout the trip.

Following the collapse of talks in Islamabad, the delegation—including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf—reportedly changed planes discreetly during their return journey. Their aircraft later diverted and made an unscheduled landing in Mashhad, from where members continued to Tehran using a combination of trains, buses, and cars.

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Marandi expressed deep mistrust toward the United States, stating that Iran remains cautious even while engaging in negotiations. He added that Tehran is simultaneously preparing for the possibility of further conflict, reflecting ongoing tensions despite diplomatic outreach efforts.

Meanwhile, discussions are underway about a potential return to the negotiating table. Officials from Iran and Pakistan, speaking anonymously, indicated that both sides may reconvene in Islamabad later this week or early next week. While no formal confirmation has come from Washington, preliminary signals suggest openness to another round of dialogue.

The earlier talks in Islamabad, held shortly after a ceasefire announcement, marked the first direct engagement between US and Iranian officials in over a decade and the highest-level contact since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. Despite ending without a breakthrough, continued diplomatic efforts indicate that both sides are still exploring pathways to de-escalate the conflict.

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