US-Iran talks are in doubt as ceasefire nears an end

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by FRANCE24
April 21, 2026
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US-Iran peace talks are in doubt as Vice President JD Vance's trip is on hold and a ceasefire nears its end.

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US officials announced that Vice President JD Vance's trip to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran has been put on hold. This development occurs as a two-week truce between the US and Iran was set to expire, with both nations indicating readiness to resume fighting without a new agreement. The potential cancellation of these talks jeopardizes efforts to de-escalate tensions and secure a lasting peace. Iran stated on Tuesday that it had not yet decided whether to attend the proposed negotiations. FRANCE 24's Reza Sayah reported on the situation from Tehran.

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Vice President JD Vance's trip to Pakistan for peace talks has been put on hold.

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