The White House says President Donald Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan to take part in a new round of talks with Iran. Officials in Pakistan say Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived there late Friday and met with Pakistan’s foreign minister and army chief field marshal. Pakistan also is preparing to receive Witkoff and Kushner, although officials have not specified when they are due in Islamabad. The White House says Vice President JD Vance will not attend the talks. The Trump administration also announced it is placing economic sanctions on a major China-based oil refinery and roughly 40 shipping companies and tankers involved in transporting Iranian oil.
Trump Sending Witkoff, Kushner For Talks With Iran
April 25, 2026 3:35 am