The claim
“Direct peace talks between the US and Iran began in Islamabad on the day of the article, marking the first face-to-face meeting at the highest level since 1979”
Our verdict
Mostly True
CNN confirms direct talks began in Pakistan/Islamabad and were the highest-level face-to-face negotiations since 1979.
What we found
However, the specific date 'on the day of the article' cannot be precisely verified from available sources.
The evidence
2 sources, all background: none settles the claim either way.
- Background
CNN reports 'The two sides are talking directly to each other, Iranian sources told CNN, making these the highest-level face-to-face negotiations between Iran and the US since the founding of the Islamic Republic in 1979.' Talks began Saturday in Pakistan.
cnn.com· CNN confirms highest-level talks since 1979 - Background
MSN reports 'talks set to begin Saturday with Pakistan as the host' between US and Iran in Islamabad
msn.com· MSN confirms Islamabad talks
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