An Iranian delegation, led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, arrived in Islamabad, Pakistan for peace negotiations with a US delegation headed by Vice President JD Vance. These talks, referred to as the 'Islamabad Talks', aim to find a sustainable solution to the ongoing conflict in West Asia following six weeks of fighting. The Iranian delegation comprises key officials, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and several members of parliament. However, the negotiations are complicated by Iran's preconditions, which include a ceasefire in Lebanon and the release of Iranian assets blocked by the US. Qalibaf emphasized that these measures must be implemented before discussions can commence. Meanwhile, US officials are reportedly skeptical about the potential outcomes of the talks. Concurrently, Lebanon and Israel are set to begin their own direct discussions to address hostilities involving Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militia.