US-Iran talks in Pakistan collapse after 21 hours as Tehran rejects American demands

Day 5 of ceasefire begins with failed talks in Islamabad

An already shaky ceasefire has been thrown further into jeopardy after US-Iran talks in Islamabad failed, with both sides confirming that no deal was reached even after 21 hours of negotiation.

US VP JD Vance said that Iran had chosen not to accept American terms, including to not build nuclear weapons. Iran state media reported that talks failed due to 'unreasonable' demands from the US.

Tasnim News Agency has reported that unless the US agrees to 'a reasonable deal', there will be no change in the situation at the Strait of Hormuz. It also reported that Iran is in 'no hurry' regarding negotiations.

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