US, Iran set for peace talks but doubts emerge over Lebanon, sanctions

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The US and Iran are set to hold peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, to end their six-week-old war, but doubts have emerged over Lebanon and sanctions. The talks may be delayed due to Iranian demands for commitments on Lebanon and the lifting of sanctions, which have crippled its economy for years.
The US and Iran are holding negotiations in Islamabad to end their war. The US delegation, led by Vice President JD Vance, arrived after a refuelling stop in Paris. The Iranian delegation, led by parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, arrived yesterday. Iran has demanded commitments on Lebanon and sanctions before talks begin. The US has announced a two-week ceasefire, but fighting continues in Lebanon. The talks are seen as 'make-or-break' and may determine the outcome of the war.
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