Iran has arrived in Islamabad for high-stakes negotiations with the United States, but Tehran is setting tough preconditions before talks begin. Iran’s top negotiator warned there is “zero trust” in Washington, citing failed past agreements and demanding key concessions. A symbolic tribute to Minab strike victims also reached Islamabad, increasing ceasefire pressure ahead of the make-or-break meeting. Iran is demanding an extended ceasefire to Lebanon, a halt to Israeli operations against Hezbollah, and the release of billions in frozen assets.
