US-Iran Peace Talks in Pakistan Face Challenges Over Hormuz Strait
U.S. and Iranian negotiators have engaged in high-level talks in Pakistan, marking the first direct discussions between the two nations in over a decade. The talks aim to resolve a six-week conflict that has significantly impacted global oil prices and regional stability. President Trump announced that the U.S. military is working to clear the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passage for global energy supplies, which Iran has effectively blocked. However, Iranian state media disputes these claims, and the talks have reportedly hit a stalemate over the status of the strait. The negotiations are further complicated by Iran's demands for the release of frozen assets and control over the strait, while the U.S. seeks to ensure free passage for shipping and the dismantling of Iran's nuclear program. 
