Vance’s Pakistan trip delayed as US awaits Iranian proposal

The White House announced on Tuesday that Vice President JD Vance’s expected trip to Pakistan for a second round of negotiations with Iran will not occur as scheduled. A White House official told the press pool: “In light of President Trump’s Truth Social post confirming the United States is awaiting a unified proposal from the Iranians, the trip to Pakistan will not be happening today.”

Ceasefire extended, talks on hold

President Trump earlier announced that Washington would extend its ceasefire with Iran to allow Tehran time to prepare a “unified proposal,” following a request from Pakistani officials. A US delegation led by Vance had been expected to travel to Islamabad for face-to-face talks, but the trip was delayed due to additional policy meetings at the White House, according to US officials. The initial round of high-level engagement in Pakistan earlier this month ended without a breakthrough.

Ceasefire set to expire

The ceasefire, initially announced earlier this month, had been set to expire on Wednesday. The delay in Vance’s travel reflects the administration’s decision to pause diplomatic movement until Iran presents a cohesive position. No new date for the trip has been announced. Washington continues to maintain its naval blockade of Iranian ports while awaiting Tehran’s response.