Mahmoud Nabavian, an Iranian MP and member of the Parliamentary National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, has publicly criticized the Iranian government's decision to hold nuclear negotiations with the United States in Islamabad, Pakistan. He referred to this choice as a 'tactical error', arguing that discussions on nuclear issues should not occur in a forum hosted by Pakistan. Nabavian expressed dissatisfaction with the format of the talks, suggesting it allowed the US to push for concessions that exceeded Iran's established red lines, including restrictions on enriched uranium production. His remarks indicate a growing divide within Iran's political establishment regarding the effectiveness of the negotiations and the appropriateness of Pakistan as a mediator. As concerns mount among lawmakers about the management of the talks and the potential leverage given to the US, there are calls for future discussions to take place in more neutral settings to protect Iran's negotiating position.