Islamabad: The United States and Iran are set to engage in their first round of peace negotiations in Islamabad, Pakistan, this Saturday, aiming to resolve the ongoing conflict between the two nations. This development comes after both countries agreed to a two-week ceasefire, as announced by the White House on Wednesday.

According to Yonhap News Agency, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt provided details during a press briefing, confirming that the discussions will begin on Saturday morning, local time. The negotiations are a critical step towards potentially resolving the conflict, which has been ongoing since late February. The meeting is expected to address the significant differences that have fueled the hostilities.

The U.S. negotiating team will be led by Vice President JD Vance, along with Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and presidential advisor Jared Kushner. These talks represent a concerted effort by the U.S. administration to engage directly with Iran in hopes of reaching a peaceful resolution. The White House expressed anticipation and readiness for the in-person negotiations in Islamabad, marking a significant moment in the diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.