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Islamabad, April 12:The United States and Iran failed to reach an agreement to end their war despite marathon talks that concluded on Sunday in Islamabad, putting a fragile ceasefire at risk.
The negotiations lasted nearly 21 hours, but both sides blamed each other for the failure to stop fighting, which has killed thousands and driven global oil prices higher over the past six weeks.
No Breakthrough After Long Talks
US Vice President JD Vance, who led the American delegation, said no agreement had been reached and described it as “bad news,” particularly for Iran. He emphasized that the United States had clearly outlined its “red lines.”
Vance stated that Iran refused to accept key US demands, including a firm commitment not to develop nuclear weapons or related capabilities.
US and Iran Stand Firm
The United States maintained that preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons remains its core objective. Meanwhile, Iranian officials described US demands as “excessive” and blamed them for the failure of the talks.
Iranian media reported that while there was agreement on some issues, major differences persisted over the nuclear programme and control of the Strait of Hormuz.
Tense and Unpredictable Negotiations
Sources described the talks as tense, with frequent “mood swings” and changing dynamics throughout the discussions. Iranian officials said the negotiations took place in an atmosphere of mistrust and that reaching an agreement in a single round was unrealistic.
