U.S. And Iran Begin Peace Talks In Islamabad Led By JD Vance And Iranian Officials

U.S. and Iranian negotiators convened in Islamabad on April 10 to begin peace talks.

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The U.S. delegation was led by Vice President JD Vance, joined by Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

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Iran's delegation was expected to be led by Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Araghchi, although attendance was not confirmed.

The two sides were not expected to meet face-to-face, relying on Pakistani officials to pass messages.

The talks came amid deep disagreements over Lebanon's inclusion in the ceasefire and control of the Strait of Hormuz.

The ceasefire included Iran lifting its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Israel and the U.S. denied that the ceasefire included Lebanon, while Iran and Pakistan asserted it did.

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Israel continued to strike Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, killing hundreds.

Traffic through the strait remained far below normal levels.

The conflicting interpretations of the ceasefire cast a shadow over the talks.

Trump insisted Iran meet all pre-war conditions including ending nuclear enrichment.

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Iran's 10-point proposal included demands the U.S. could never agree to.

The gulf between the two sides' positions raised doubts about the talks.

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Pakistan emerged as a key mediator between Washington and Tehran.

The talks were held at the Serena Hotel under unprecedented security measures.

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Gulf states were expected to participate in side consultations.

The broader regional conflict began after U.S.-Israeli strikes targeted Iran on February 28.

The outcome would shape the future balance of power in the region.