Why JD Vance joined Pakistan’s last-ditch US-Iran mediation efforts

Backchannel talks gain pace as Pakistan mediates and Iran seeks indirect engagement through US vice president.

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Why JD Vance joined Pakistan’s last-ditch US-Iran mediation efforts

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Backchannel talks gain pace as Pakistan mediates and Iran seeks indirect engagement through US vice president.

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