Istanbul — In a high profile development, the upcoming Iran-US diplomatic talks in Istanbul will include not only Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and the United States’ envoy Steve Wittkoff, but also the foreign ministers of six regional countries and Jared Kushner, former senior advisor to President Donald Trump, according to Washington Post sources.
The meetings, scheduled to take place later this month, are seen as a potential opening for direct dialogue between Iranian and American representatives, providing a platform for regional actors to support de-escalation and constructive engagement.
Countries expected to participate include Turkey, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Pakistan, among others, highlighting the strategic importance of regional involvement in discussions aimed at easing tensions over nuclear and security issues. Observers note that the inclusion of regional foreign ministers could enhance the legitimacy of the process and encourage more robust confidence-building measures between Tehran and Washington.
Analysts caution, however, that while regional participation may help facilitate talks, longstanding distrust and unresolved issues—particularly regarding Iran’s nuclear program and US sanctions—pose significant challenges. They emphasize that any breakthrough will require careful negotiation and sustained political commitment from all parties.
The Istanbul talks are being closely watched internationally as a rare forum where multiple regional actors coordinate alongside US and Iranian representatives, signaling both the complexity of Middle East diplomacy and the growing role of regional powers in facilitating potential agreements.
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