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Iran Marks Anniversary, Blames Israel; Pakistan Urges US Talks

8/2/2026

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian marked his second anniversary, blasting Israel and pledging a people-led future.
Iran blamed Israel for killing Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh during his Tehran visit.
Pakistan foreign ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said Pakistan urges United States and Iran to resume talks under the memorandum, adding that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt reported Iran broke it by attacking ships and President Donald Trump will not tolerate terrorism.

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian marked his second anniversary, blasting Israel and pledging a people-led future.
Iran blamed Israel for killing Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh during his Tehran visit.
Pakistan foreign ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said Pakistan urges United States and Iran to resume talks under the memorandum, adding that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt reported Iran broke it by attacking ships and President Donald Trump will not tolerate terrorism.