"I don't believe it is as much a breakthrough as it is a continuation of the process that began in Islamabad when [US] Vice President [JD] Vance met with the speaker of the Iranian parliament. Even though those talks did not result in a breakthrough, as many had hoped they would, what is important was that the two sides kept speaking indirectly through Pakistani mediators, but also, perhaps more recently, through the Qataris as well."
"They're both. It's like any negotiation: Both sides have demands, both sides have red lines. In this case, both sides are suffering from the actions of the others, and that g"
Indirect negotiations between Washington and Tehran are expected to continue despite significant pain and pressure affecting both sides. Iran has reportedly sent a proposal through Pakistan calling for an end to military operations across the region, sanctions relief, and guarantees for maritime security, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The US rejected the Iranian position while expressing frustration with the slow pace of diplomacy. The latest exchange is viewed as a continuation of earlier indirect talks that began in Islamabad after meetings involving US and Iranian officials. Pakistani and Qatari mediators have helped keep communication going. Obstacles are present on both sides, with each making demands and maintaining red lines.
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