Fragile ceasefire under major strain

The diplomatic breakthrough brokered by Pakistan is already fraying as Israel continues a massive bombardment of Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, claiming they are excluded from the deal.

Iran has responded by conditionally closing the vital Strait of Hormuz, demanding that the ceasefire must cover its regional partners to remain valid.

Negotiators are now racing to Islamabad for high-level talks to salvage the agreement amidst growing skepticism from global markets.

President Trump has warned of 'bigger and better' strikes should Iran fail to comply with the final terms of a permanent agreement.