US-Iran Ceasefire: Islamabad Talks Aim for Lasting Peace

0:00On April 8th, the U.S. and Iran locked in a two-week ceasefire on April 8th, with Pakistan playing middleman, President Trump announced it, just shy of his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, or risk strikes on civilian sites. Iran's top security council called it a straight-up win, claiming Trump been to their demands to halt the fight. Pakistan's Prime Minister Sharif jumped in quick, inviting both delegations to Islamabad this Friday for face-to-face talks. Terror leaders lit up with relief across the board. The UN Chief hailed it as a vital step to shield civilians and spark real peace under international rules. Britain's PM, Germany's Foreign Minister, EU heads, Indian Spain, all-backed at heart, pushing to keep missiles grounded and shipping flowing again. The IAEA directors geared up to verify Iran's nuclear moves as diplomacy ramps. Everyone stressing this breather must protect lives, fix energy chaos, and dodge more escalation in the Middle East. As those Islamabad meets kickoff, the real test is turning two weeks into something lasting

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