Araghchi Says US-Iran Talks Came Close to ‘Islamabad MoU’ Before Collapse

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has said that recent talks with the United States were close to a major breakthrough but failed at the last moment.

On Monday, April 13, 2026, he described the negotiations as one of the most important diplomatic efforts between the two countries in nearly 47 years.

In a message shared on X, Araghchi said Iran took part in the talks with honesty and a clear goal to end the conflict. He explained that both sides had reached a point where an agreement, which he called the “Islamabad MoU,” was very close. However, he claimed that the progress was stopped due to sudden changes in demands and increased pressure.

According to Araghchi, the US side introduced what he described as “maximalism” and kept changing its conditions during the final stage of the talks. He also pointed to the naval blockade plan as another factor that affected the outcome. He suggested that these actions damaged trust and prevented the agreement from being completed.

The talks were held in Islamabad, where Pakistan has been trying to help both sides reduce tensions and find a peaceful solution. These efforts were seen as important because relations between Iran and the United States have remained tense for decades.

Araghchi also shared a broader message about diplomacy. He said that positive actions lead to positive results, while hostility creates more conflict. His statement reflects frustration over the collapse of the talks and highlights the fragile nature of the current situation.

The failure to finalize the “Islamabad MoU” has raised concerns about the future of US-Iran relations. With tensions already high, many experts believe that missing this opportunity could lead to further instability in the region.