Trump’s Pakistan gamble: Can talks produce peace?
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The US and Iran are planning a high-level meeting, led by Vice President JD Vance and Parliament Speaker Mohammed Ghalibaf, to discuss a potential peace agreement. The talks come after six weeks of war and a fragile ceasefire, with the US seeking to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and Iran pushing for a broader agreement that includes Lebanon.
The US and Iran are set to hold a high-level meeting. Vice President JD Vance will lead the US delegation, while Parliament Speaker Mohammed Ghalibaf will represent Iran. The meeting follows six weeks of war and a fragile ceasefire. The US has announced a two-week ceasefire to set the stage for the talks. However, the ceasefire has proven fragile, and the US precondition for a 'complete, immediate, and safe' reopening of the Strait of Hormuz has not been met. Iran claims the ceasefire must include Lebanon, where it supports Hezbollah. The meeting marks a significant turn of events, with the US seeking to find a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The talks will be closely watched, with the US seeking to limit Iran's strategic advantage in the region.
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