Witkoff and Kushner headed to Pakistan for Iran talks as Vance waits in backup

A second top US envoy could join if talks move fast

U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are set to travel to Pakistan for discussions with Iran’s foreign minister, according to a U.S. official. Vice President JD Vance is reportedly on standby to join if negotiations progress. The planned visit was first reported by CNN, underscoring a tightly staged diplomatic effort.