US to hold Iran talks in Pakistan amid Hormuz tensions

President Trump announced that a US delegation, including Vice President Vance and envoy Witkoff, will travel to Pakistan this week for talks with Iran. The announcement comes amid a renewed standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route for global oil supplies.

Trump also threatened new strikes against Iran, though he did not specify targets or timing. Iranian officials have signaled openness to the talks, with the parliament speaker describing "progress" in the discussions, even as the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed.

The talks are set to begin on Monday in Islamabad. It remains unclear whether the negotiations will lead to a de-escalation of the military tensions in the region.