Pakistan military official claims talks possible between U.S. and Taliban . Spokesman for country strongly denies initial report . Pakistan wants US concessions over Islamabad 's dealings with Taliban in return . `` There is room in Afghanistan , '' he said , `` for Taliban people who 've fought with the Taliban , who were willing to participate in the political structure , who were willing to dissociate and renounce Al Qaeda , and who were willing to lay down their arms . Senior US officials say Obama administration willing to talk to Pakistan .
Pakistan military official claims talks possible between U.S. and Taliban . Spokesman for country strongly denies initial report . Pakistan wants US concessions over Islamabad 's dealings with Taliban in return . Senior US officials say Obama administration willing to talk to Pakistan .