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

What Happened

Vice President JD Vance is leading US diplomatic efforts to negotiate a ceasefire with Iran, working alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Pakistan's military chief coordinated talks between Vance, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Trump threatened military strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz remained closed. Iran rejected an initial ceasefire proposal. Intensive mediation efforts continue amid escalating rhetoric and military exchanges between the nations.

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