US, Iran hold direct talks in Pakistan; Tehran demands control of Hormuz, truce in Lebanon
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The US and Iran are set to hold direct talks in Pakistan, with Iran demanding control of the Strait of Hormuz and a truce in Lebanon. The talks come after a two-week ceasefire and a war that has had significant economic and humanitarian consequences.
The US and Iran will hold direct talks in Pakistan. Iran is seeking control of the Strait of Hormuz and a truce in Lebanon. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital trade route with 20% of the world's oil passing through it. Iran has demonstrated its ability to shut down the route, keeping energy prices high. The US has indicated it will not agree to some of Iran's demands, including its nuclear program. The talks will be led by US Vice President JD Vance and come after a two-week ceasefire. Lebanon is a major point of contention, with Iran warning that Israeli attacks could derail the talks.
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