US, Iran hold direct talks in Pakistan; Tehran demands control of Hormuz, truce in Lebanon - The Times of Israel
Times of Israel • 4/9/2026 – 4/12/2026
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- 2026-04-09
- 2026-04-11US, Iran hold direct talks in Pakistan; Tehran demands control of Hormuz, truce in Lebanon - The Times of Israel (current)
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