The world is holding its breath from the crucial US-Iran talks in Pakistan

The world is eagerly waiting to see if the peace talks between the US and Iran will yield results or not. The lives of millions and the fate of the global economy depend on this meeting in Islamabad.

The streets of the Pakistani capital have emptied due to tight security as delegations arrive for their first talks since the start of the war.

A fragile two-week ceasefire is holding somewhat for now, but recent Israeli attacks on Lebanon and disputes over Hezbollah’s inclusion in the deal threaten to collapse. everything.

According to the White House, the US delegation will be led by Vice President JD Vance, special envoy Steve White and Jared Kushner. Tehran has not officially announced its team, but it will reportedly be led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.

He has emerged as a key interlocutor with the Trump administration, especially since many Iranian leaders have been killed in recent US and Israeli strikes.

Aligning the agenda remains difficult, as both sides have strong positions. Trump has cited a 10-point Iranian proposal as a viable basis

for negotiations. But on the other hand, Iran has presented challenging demands such as control over the Strait of Hormuz, reparations for war damages and the immediate lifting of all sanctions. unconditional access to the Strait of Hormuz for global traffic.

Lebanon’s status is the hottest point of controversy. Iran and Pakistan insist the ceasefire also covers Hezbollah. But Israel launched massive attacks in Beirut just hours after the ceasefire took effect, killing more than 300 people. Vance called it a “legitimate misunderstanding,” but called on the Israelis to show a little more restraint with their continued attacks.

Iran has shut down this key waterway, causing chaos in oil markets. Although the reopening was part of the deal, Tehran has allowed only a few ships to pass, using the situation as leverage against Israeli attacks on Lebanon.

Vance reiterated that if Iran does not live up to its promises to open the passage, the ceasefire will end, while Trump has spoken out against imposing taxes on tankers passing through there.

Despite the tensions, Trump expressed “very optimism” about a deal, saying Iranian leaders are become more reasonable in private discussions after being weakened militarily.

But the Iranian state media thinks otherwise, which presents the reduction in talks as a victory for Tehran. This weekend in Islamabad is expected to be just the beginning of a long process of negotiations for a lasting peace. /tesheshi

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