US-Iran ceasefire talks set to kick off in Pakistan; Israel pounds Lebanon
Lebanese Health Ministry says people killed in Israeli attacks since March 2 rises to 1,953 with 6,303 wounded.

Lebanese Health Ministry says people killed in Israeli attacks since March 2 rises to 1,953 with 6,303 wounded.



![US and Iranian delegations are set to meet in Islamabad for peace talks to end six weeks of war. Here’s what we know about who is attending, what is on the table, and what could derail the negotiations. Global News Insight’s Abid Hussain explains from Islamabad. [Global News Insight]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/image-1775852351.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)



The Palestinian Presidency’s office condemned the plan as a ‘flagrant violation of international law’.
British PM Starmer said he and US President Donald Trump discussed “military capabilities” to reopen Hormuz.
Palestinians displaced by settler violence confront loss of community as settlers celebrate their forced expulsions.
Israel’s Netanyahu accused Spain of waging a ‘diplomatic war’ against Israel.
Vice president says Trump gave ‘pretty clear guidelines’ on talks, which will be productive if Iran does not ‘play’ US.

Ali Vaez, says upcoming talks between the US and Iran may be marred by a deficit of trust.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy previously announced that 228 Ukrainian experts had been deployed to the region.
US-Iran talks open in Islamabad with mediators focused on keeping dialogue alive amid deep divisions.

US VP JD Vance says Trump gave “clear guidelines” for Iran talks in Pakistan and expects “positive” negotiations.

Israel threatens healthcare as it continues to attack Lebanon