- High-stakes peace talks between the US and Iran in Pakistan collapsed after just one day, failing to resolve the six-week conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- US Vice President JD Vance attributed the breakdown to Tehran's unwillingness to commit to not developing a nuclear weapon.
- Iran cited disagreements over the management of the Strait of Hormuz and its nuclear programme, including US demands for zero enrichment, as reasons for the failure.
- No further talks are currently scheduled, with the US leaving a “final and best offer” on the table and Iran stating it is “not in a hurry for negotiations”.
- Following the collapse, Donald Trump indicated he would consider a naval blockade, while US military officials confirmed plans to establish a new passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
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