US, Iran Envoys Gather in Islamabad Amid Talk Uncertainty
US and Iranian delegations have arrived in Islamabad for anticipated peace talks, but the prospect of direct negotiations remains uncertain as Iran's foreign minister has indicated he will not meet directly with US envoys.
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