The president said he’d renew and intensify US strikes if a deal isn’t reached soon. Israel’s conflict with Hezbollah is adding uncertainty to the peace efforts.
High-stakes talks: Iranian officials have arrived in Pakistan for Saturday’s closely watched negotiations with the US. President Donald Trump has warned that he’ll renew and intensify US strikes if a peace deal can’t be reached, and Pakistan’s prime minister described this weekend as a “make-or-break moment.”
• Conflict in Lebanon: Fighting between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah has threatened to derail peace efforts. Lebanese and Israeli diplomats spoke today and will meet in the US on Tuesday. Iran’s parliament speaker said earlier that negotiations with the US are contingent on a ceasefire in Lebanon.
• Economic impact: Few vessels carrying oil and other critical shipments are traveling through the Strait of Hormuz, despite the ceasefire. Iran’s chokehold on global oil supply has driven major consumer price hikes in the US and sent ripple effects around the world
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