Vance leads high-stakes Iran talks

Vice President JD Vance, joined by senior envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, landed in Islamabad to lead a high-level US delegation in peace talks mediated by Pakistan.

The negotiations represent the most significant diplomatic effort since the conflict erupted, though both sides remain deeply distrustful of one another.

Iranian officials have emphasized that progress depends on ending Israeli strikes in Lebanon and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which remains largely blocked by naval mines.

President Trump has warned that the US is prepared to resume intense military action if these 'make-or-break' talks fail to produce a lasting agreement.