Iran has denied reports that it requested direct talks with the United States in Pakistan, calling statements from the White House inaccurate. The response comes after claims that US envoys were being sent to Islamabad for potential negotiations. Iranian officials have said they rejected US proposals due to what they describe as excessive demands, while also clarifying that their foreign minister’s visit to Pakistan is strictly bilateral and not linked to any US talks. At the same time, US officials maintain that discussions could still take place, creating a contradiction between both sides. Pakistan is expected to act as a communication channel, relaying messages between Tehran and Washington.

Pakistan has said its security forces killed 22 militants during a joint operation in the Khyber district near the Afghanistan border. The operation reportedly involved an intense exchange of fire between security personnel and armed groups in a region that has seen rising violence. The incident has drawn attention after a 10-year-old child was killed in the crossfire, highlighting the risks faced by civilians in conflict zones. While authorities describe those killed as militants, independent verification of such claims remains limited.