Iran-US war latest: Trump threatens to ‘finish' war if peace talks fail as negotiators arrive in Pakistan
The US vice president said he is expecting a positive outcome from the talks
www.independent.co.ukHere are the latest developments on US-Iran peace talks based on recent reporting.
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Talks in Islamabad/Islamabad-hosted format: Several outlets report ongoing or recently resumed discussions aimed at extending a fragile ceasefire, with negotiators including both U.S. and Iranian delegations meeting in Pakistan. The tone across sources suggests cautious optimism but with no final deal yet and ongoing conditions linked to broader regional issues.[1][6][9]
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Key sticking points: Common themes include the status of sanctions, the future of nuclear commitments, and regional security arrangements such as the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has signaled it will push back on what it calls “unreasonable” demands, while the U.S. emphasizes the need for verifiable commitments.[4][5][1]
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Venue and participation shifts: Some coverage notes changes in venue or format and emphasizes that high-level diplomats (including Iran’s Foreign Ministry and U.S. special envoys) remain engaged, with discussions described as sincere but complex. There are varying reports on when the next round might occur.[2][3][4]
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Public signals and statements: U.S. and Iranian officials have framed talks as potentially productive but contingent on reciprocity and credible good faith. While some outlets initially framed talks as fragile or tentative, others describe “encouraging” or constructive momentum in recent sessions.[3][6][4]
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Related regional dynamics: Coverage notes that broader regional actors and security considerations (Lebanon, Syria, and the broader Middle East) influence negotiations, and that a resumption could hinge on progress on multiple fronts, including de-escalation steps.[3][4]
If you’d like, I can provide a concise timeline of the last few rounds and a quick pull of direct quotes from each side, or summarize how different outlets are characterizing the likelihood of a near-term deal. I can also monitor for the next round and highlight any notable shifts.
Sources: BBC, Independent, Guardian, ABC News, and other outlets cited above.[5][6][9][1][2]