United States and Iran are set to begin peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, to end a six-week war. However, Iran has cast doubt on the negotiations, demanding commitments on Lebanon and sanctions before they can start.

• The war has led to a six-week disruption of global energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
• Key figures include US Vice President JD Vance and Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf.
• Iran insists that Israeli attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon are part of the ceasefire, a claim the US and Israel deny.