Donald Trump has warned Iran it holds ‘no cards’ ahead of crucial peace talks set to be held in Islamabad, Pakistan. US President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social, “The Iranians don’t seem to realise they have no cards other than a short-term extortion of the world by using international waterways.” Vice President JD Vance has departed for the summit, accompanied by Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Iran’s delegation is expected to arrive under Pakistani fighter jet escort. Iran’s parliamentary speaker insists both conditions must be met before negotiations begin.
Israel’s PM Netanyahu has refused a Lebanon ceasefire until separate US-hosted talks next week, while also condemning Spain as anti-Israel.Sky News Australia