Pakistani Official Says Iran Deeply Distrusts U.S. Talks

A Pakistani official said there is deep mistrust on the Iranian side when it comes to possible talks with the United States, and that it is far from certain any deal will be reached.

The remark highlights the major obstacles facing mediation efforts as regional powers try to open a diplomatic channel between Washington and Tehran.

Reuters reported that Pakistan is among the countries involved in passing messages as efforts continue to test whether negotiations are possible.

But with the war ongoing and Iranian confidence in U.S. intentions badly damaged, hopes for any breakthrough remain highly uncertain.