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US-Iran War-Ending Negotiations Accelerate
US, Iranian, and Pakistani officials expressed optimism that negotiations to end the US-Iran war are nearing completion. Pakistan's military, acting as key intermediary, reported productive talks, with Iran's Foreign Ministry indicating a framework agreement is in final drafting stages. Reports suggest mediators are close to a 60-day ceasefire extension deal including gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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