Islamabad emerged as a key diplomatic hub as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived for crucial consultations amid a fragile ceasefire with the United States. With US envoys also landing in Pakistan, the developments signal renewed but uncertain efforts to revive negotiations. PICS/AFP

In a rare gesture, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday hosted Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir at the White house, weeks after India and Pakistan were locked in a four-day military conflict. (Pics/AFP)