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Ceasefire Ambiguity
The two-week ceasefire brokered by Pakistan has been marred by conflicting interpretations.
Iran insists the ceasefire must include Lebanon, while Washington and Tel Aviv deny that.
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Bagayi stated that ending the war in Lebanon is an integral part of the ceasefire agreement.
Iran's parliament speaker Ghalibaf accused the US of breaching the 10-point peace framework.
Israel launched more than 100 strikes across Lebanon in 10 minutes, killing more than 300 people.
Hormuz and Oil
The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical and contentious element of the ceasefire.
Iran planned to demand tolls of up to $1 a barrel for outbound oil.
Trump opposed tolls, saying the strait must be reopened without limitation.
The strait had been effectively closed by Iran since the war began.
Trump floated the idea of a joint venture to manage the waterway.
Talks in Islamabad
Pakistan prepared to host negotiations between Washington and Tehran.
“What we know about the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran Iran and the US have agreed to a conditional two-week ceasefire, during which shipping traffic will be allowed through the Strait of Hormuz”
Iran's participation remained uncertain.
Holding talks depends on the US respecting its commitments to a ceasefire on all fronts, especially in Lebanon.
The American delegation was set to be led by Vice President JD Vance.
Doubt lingered about Iran's involvement.
Regional Reactions
Iranian President Bezhkian expressed appreciation for Turkey's condemnation of the aggression.
The temporary ceasefire should cover all fronts including Lebanon.
The EU's foreign policy chief described the ceasefire as fragile.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said the ceasefire came into effect in full coordination with Israel.
The UN expressed serious concern over ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon.
