Kelly slams Witkoff, Kushner as US‑Iran talks fail

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- Sen. Mark Kelly condemns the use of real‑estate developers Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner as U.S. envoys in Iran negotiations.
- Steve Witkoff – the special envoy – and Jared Kushner – Trump’s son‑in‑law – are labeled as ‘two real estate developers,’ raising doubts about their diplomatic suitability.
- Vance reports the trilateral talks in Pakistan lasted 21 hours and ended without a peace deal or ceasefire.
- Iran says no deal is expected after a single session, underscoring the stalemate.
- Pakistan hosted the talks, but the failure leaves the six‑week Israel‑Iran conflict unresolved.
Why it matters: The failed talks extend the six‑week Israel‑Iran conflict, delaying a ceasefire for civilians.
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