Trump: Israel and Lebanon agree to cease-fire | Fortune
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Trump: Israel and Lebanon agree to cease-fire | Fortune
"President Trump announced a 10-day pause in fighting between Israel and Lebanon, stating that he had 'excellent' conversations with each nation's leader, inviting them for direct talks in over 30 years."
"The U.S. Treasury Secretary indicated that the Trump administration would ramp up economic pain on Iran with new sanctions, describing the move as the 'financial equivalent' of a bombing campaign."
"Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator in the region, having hosted direct talks between the U.S. and Iran in Islamabad, with future negotiations likely to take place there."
Pakistan's army chief met Iranian officials to ease Middle East tensions and facilitate U.S.-Iran negotiations. President Trump announced a 10-day pause in fighting between Israel and Lebanon, inviting their leaders for direct talks. The U.S. continues its naval blockade of Iranian ports and plans to impose new economic sanctions on countries engaging with Iran. Future talks with Iran may occur in Islamabad, where Pakistan has previously mediated discussions. Trump emphasized the importance of stopping Iran's nuclear ambitions despite rising gas prices.
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