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War in the Middle East: What are the stakes of negotiations between Iran and the United States in Pakistan?

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The negotiations to end the war in the Middle East have a chance of success? Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Tehran again in case of failure. The American and Iranian delegations arrived in the Pakistani capital on the night of Friday, April 10. They are expected to meet at a luxury hotel later in the morning but will be in separate rooms. Pakistani intermediaries will facilitate communication between them.

The American side is demanding the unconditional reopening of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a vital passage for hydrocarbon trade. The Iranian delegation, consisting of 70 members including a Parliament representative, has also set preconditions for the success of the negotiations: a ceasefire in Lebanon and the lifting of all international sanctions against the Tehran regime.

“We are ready to maintain the dialogue,” said US Vice President JD Vance, who will lead the negotiations for the United States, expressing confidence in the success of the talks. Despite mutual distrust, he remains optimistic about the outcome of the discussions.

Another challenge for the success of these negotiations is the absence of Israel. As a significant party to the conflict, especially in Lebanon, the Israeli state will not be part of these talks.