U.S. and Iranian negotiators are heading to Islamabad for high-stakes talks Saturday, aiming to solidify a fragile two-week truce. Central to the discussions are Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz, the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iranian proxy Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Iran's enriched uranium stockpile.
President Trump has warned Iran against violating ceasefire terms, threatening large-scale U.S. attacks. Vice President JD Vance, along with senior envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, will represent the U.S. at the peace summit.
Meanwhile, Kuwait accused Iran and its proxies of drone attacks on Thursday, despite the ceasefire. Saudi Arabia also reported recent attacks damaged a key oil pipeline. Iran's Revolutionary Guard denied any violations, attributing reports of strikes to Israel or the United States.
Hezbollah reported conducting multiple strikes on Israeli targets Friday, while Israel stated its forces are engaged in intensive operations in Lebanon. The Israel Defense Forces chief affirmed continued deep ground operations against Hezbollah.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed that Ukrainian military personnel downed Iranian-designed Shahed drones in several Middle Eastern countries during the conflict, aiding partners in strengthening air defense systems in exchange for weapons and resources for Ukraine.