Marathon peace talks between Iran and the United States in Islamabad continue into the second day, crossing over 15 hours of discussions. The biggest hurdle remains the Strait of Hormuz, where both sides are locked in a serious deadlock. Iran insists on full control over the strategic waterway, while the US maintains it must remain an open international route for global trade. Amid these tense negotiations, two additional Iranian aircraft have landed at Pakistan’s Nur Khan Airbase, carrying senior military officials from the air force and navy. Their arrival signals increased strategic coordination and highlights the high stakes of the ongoing talks. Adding to the developments, former US President Donald Trump stated that deep negotiations are underway but asserted that the US would “win regardless” of the outcome, claiming America has already defeated Iran. The combination of diplomatic engagement and military signaling underscores the complexity of the situation. The world is closely watching whether Islamabad talks can deliver a breakthrough or further escalate tensions in the Middle East.


