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U.S. Demands Verifiable Iran Talks Amid Economic Crisis

4/19/2026

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U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz says the United States will not trust Iran in talks in Pakistan unless any agreement is verifiable.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that U.S. representatives, including Vice President JD Vance, will travel to Islamabad.
Waltz says Iran, facing economic devastation and diplomatic isolation, will engage seriously in negotiations.
Pakistan's leadership advocates continued dialogue for regional stability.

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U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz says the United States will not trust Iran in talks in Pakistan unless any agreement is verifiable.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that U.S. representatives, including Vice President JD Vance, will travel to Islamabad.
Waltz says Iran, facing economic devastation and diplomatic isolation, will engage seriously in negotiations.
Pakistan's leadership advocates continued dialogue for regional stability.