ISLAMABAD — Iran and the United States are set to hold talks in Islamabad, with delegations from both countries expected to discuss the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions relief and Tehran’s nuclear program.
The following are among the issues the two sides are expected to address.
Tehran insists formal talks can begin only after Washington commits to a ceasefire in Lebanon and to lifting sanctions on Iran.
Iran wants a ceasefire in Lebanon, where Israeli strikes have killed about 2,000 people since fighting began in March. Israel and the United States have said Lebanon is not part of the ceasefire. Tehran insists it is.
Iran wants the United States to lift its asset freeze and to remove sanctions that have crippled the country’s economy for years. Washington has signaled that it is interested in substantial sanctions relief, but only in exchange for concessions on Iran’s nuclear and missile programs.
Iran wants recognition of its authority over the Strait of Hormuz, where it wants to collect transit fees and control access. The United States wants the strait to be opened to oil tankers and other shipping without any restriction, including tolls on vessels.
Iran is expected to seek compensation for all damage caused during the six-week war. The United States has not commented on compensation.
Israel and the United States both want a significant reduction in Iran’s missile capability. Tehran says there will be no compromise on its missile arsenal.
Iran is seeking the withdrawal of US military forces from the region, a ceasefire on all fronts and a commitment to non-aggression. Trump has pledged to keep US forces in the Middle East until a peace deal is reached. He has warned that if Iran fails to meet the terms, the fighting will be dramatically escalated.
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