Pakistani mediators believe permanent ceasefire within reach although major points of disagreement remain
Future control over the strait of Hormuz and a demand from Washington that Tehran export its stockpile of highly enriched uranium remain key stumbling blocks, as Pakistani mediators continued to seek a permanent ceasefire they believe is still within reach between the US and Iran.
Meanwhile, Israel and Iran each fear the other is about to launch a surprise attack on its territory while the US president, Donald Trump, continues to insist a fresh assault on Iran is an option available to him.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/22/uranium-strait-of-hormuz-us-iran-war-talks-pakistan
Author : Patrick Wintour Diplomatic editor
Publish date : 2026-05-22 11:24:00
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