Mohsin Naqvi arrives in Tehran amid Iran-US talks

ISLAMABAD (cnews) – Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday reached Tehran for high-level engagements with the Iranian leadership, amid reported progress in discussions concerning Iran’s frozen assets and ongoing diplomatic efforts involving the United States._x000D_
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According to sources, Naqvi is expected to hold talks in Tehran on possible pathways toward a memorandum of understanding related to the issue of Iranian frozen funds._x000D_
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The visit comes at a time when diplomatic activity surrounding the assets has intensified, with indications that some progress has been achieved._x000D_
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Sources familiar with the matter said discussions regarding Iran’s frozen assets have advanced in recent weeks._x000D_
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However, differences reportedly remain over the total volume of funds to be released and the timeline for their disbursement._x000D_
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The developments are unfolding against the backdrop of renewed diplomatic contacts between Tehran and Washington._x000D_
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According to sources, US President Donald Trump has informed mediators that negotiations will not continue indefinitely and that a resolution should be pursued within a 60-day timeframe._x000D_
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Ahead of his visit, Naqvi met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss the upcoming engagements in Iran._x000D_
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Sources said the prime minister provided important guidance regarding the interior minister’s interactions with the Iranian leadership and reviewed the latest developments in Iran-US negotiations._x000D_
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During the meeting, the two leaders also exchanged views on regional developments and matters of mutual concern._x000D_
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Naqvi further briefed the prime minister on Pakistan’s internal security situation and ongoing efforts to strengthen national security._x000D_
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The visit follows a series of meetings held by Naqvi with senior Iranian officials over the past two days._x000D_
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In a statement issued earlier, the interior minister confirmed a fresh round of talks with Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni.