Trump cancels US envoys' trip to Pakistan for talks on Iran war
President Trump cancelled plans for US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to travel to Pakistan for negotiations. Iran had earlier stated there were no plans for direct talks with a US delegation.
The Trump administration cancelled plans for envoys Witkoff and Kushner to travel to Pakistan for Iran negotiations. The move underscores the depth of US-Iran tensions and signals that peace talks face major obstacles.
Iran's new supreme leader is taking a harder line on negotiations, while the US is increasing military pressure in the Gulf. Neither side appears willing to make significant concessions, keeping regional geopolitical tensions at elevated levels.
Regional powers including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt are bracing for prolonged conflict. Oil market volatility threatens economic stability across the Middle East.
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