Iran Refuses to Send Delegation to Talk with US While Israel Continues Bombing Lebanon

Internal sources in Iran have denied reports regarding the arrival of a negotiating delegation in Islamabad, Pakistan, scheduled for Friday (10 April 2026). Tehran has emphasised that there will be no talks while the war in Lebanon continues, while warning of the potential failure of ceasefire efforts currently underway, as quoted from Al-Mayadeen.

Previously, the United States (US) and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire on 7 April. This agreement was reached following intensive mediation led by Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Mohammad Shahbaz Sharif, along with military officials. This was once seen as a diplomatic breakthrough after weeks of war.

On 8 April, Islamabad publicly announced that the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran would apply “anywhere”, including Lebanon. Pakistan also invited US and Iranian delegations to continue negotiations scheduled for 10 April.

On the same day, Pakistan warned that ongoing hostilities—such as Israel’s attacks on Lebanon—risk undermining the ceasefire and the broader peace process.

Uncertainty in US and Israeli Stances

According to diplomatic sources cited by CBS News, US President Donald Trump has been informed that the ceasefire includes Lebanese territory. White House officials also reported that Israel has agreed.

However, the US position reportedly shifted following a phone call between President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Netanyahu firmly stated that the ceasefire does not cover Lebanon.

Sources told Al Mayadeen that claims of an Iranian delegation arriving in Pakistan’s capital are a hoax. Tehran has informed mediator countries, including Pakistan. Iran stated it will not engage in any negotiations while Israel’s attacks on Lebanon continue.