Vice president says Trump gave ‘pretty clear guidelines’ on talks, which will be productive if Iran does not ‘play’ US.
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Those apparent concessions could become sticking points in upcoming talks in Islamabad.
Tehran says the negotiations will be based on its 10-point proposal, which calls for control over Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says diplomatic efforts to resolve the US-Israeli war on Iran are progressing.
PM Sharif cites progress in diplomatic efforts for peaceful settlement of war, urges to allow diplomacy run its course.
Kabul’s foreign minister expresses hope that minor interpretations will not hinder progress.
Backchannel talks gain pace as Pakistan mediates and Iran seeks indirect engagement through US vice president.
As US president’s deadline looms, a ceasefire appears unlikely.
Iran, while still reviewing the proposal, says it won’t reopen Hormuz as part of a temporary ceasefire.
War in the Middle East is worsening economic crisis in Pakistan.
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