The Serena Resort, which is the anticipated venue for US–Iran talks, within the Crimson Zone space of Islamabad on April 9, 2026. Pakistan has been getting ready for talks involving representatives from the US and Iran over the West Asia struggle.
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It took solely hours for the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, introduced by President Donald Trump on Wednesday (April 8, 2026), to float into uncharted territory.
Mr. Trump stated the truce would take impact instantly topic to Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and future talks can be held primarily based on Iran’s 10-point proposal. Tehran stated it could honour the ceasefire and permit “secure passage” of tankers via the Strait. Pakistan, which mediated the deal, stated the ceasefire utilized on all fronts, together with Lebanon. However there was a catch: for the ceasefire to prevail in Lebanon, Israel must halt its bombing and floor invasion. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not be prepared for that — not but.
Printed – April 09, 2026 03:26 pm IST
