The US and Iran are struggling to revive stalled nuclear negotiations, with Pakistan stepping in as a mediator to facilitate communication between Iran and Tehran. Over $100 billion in Iranian assets are frozen globally and remain a key obstacle to the talks, while the US threatens military action if efforts fail. A ceasefire is being pursued between Israel and Lebanon.
Pakistan is seeking to extend the ceasefire between Israel, the U.S., and Iran through talks with Iranian officials. The U.S. assesses that Iran, despite moving assets, lacks the ability to rebuild its military power and is preparing attacks on critical infrastructure and the energy industry. The Trump administration also announced new economic sanctions targeting countries involved in trade with Iran, described as a ‘financial equivalent’ of a bombing campaign.