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Islamabad locked down ahead of high-stakes US-Iran talks

Islamabad fell unusually quiet as authorities sealed off parts of the capital ahead of crucial talks between the United States and Iran, scheduled to begin Saturday. The US delegation, led by JD Vance, arrives after weeks of conflict.

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00:03Islamabad fell unusually quiet as authorities locked down the capital ahead of high-stakes talks between the US and Iran
00:12set for Saturday.
00:15The US delegation led by J.D. Vance arrives after weeks of war, with hopes the negotiations can lead to
00:24a lasting ceasefire.
00:30Our nation and our government is very hopeful for the peace talks that are going to be held in Islamabad.
00:37And we are hopeful that these peace talks will come to an end as a result of peace.
00:42They will bring peace in the region.
00:45And as you all know, Pakistan is playing a key role of mediator to bring down the, you can say,
00:53the flames of war to cool them and to bring peace in the region.
00:58Disagreements over what the ceasefire actually includes are already complicating efforts to set the agenda.
01:05Donald Trump has pointed to a 10-point proposal from Iran as a starting point.
01:10But versions circulating from Tehran include demands Washington is unlikely to accept,
01:15control over the Strait of Hormuz, war reparations, sweeping sanctions relief and recognition of its nuclear program.
01:22director of Nazi Authorities
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