Gaps widen as US-Iran talks stall in Pakistan, testing a fragile ceasefire

Pakistan hosted talks that failed to bridge gaps between Iran and the United States, raising questions about the durability of a fragile ceasefire as both sides insist they have time on their side. Pakistan’s foreign minister said a new round of dialogue will be pursued, while observers cautioned that the lack of agreement is more damaging for Iran and could prolong tensions. Analysts expect a volatile period rather than an immediate breakthrough, with the most plausible path being a limited reciprocal deal to buy time, even as Trump signaled pressure with a threat to blockades of the Strait of Hormuz.