Trump sends Vance to Pakistan for Iran talks amid Gulf
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- U.S. President Donald Trump is sending an Iran negotiating team, led by Vice-President JD Vance, to Pakistan for talks starting Saturday (White House).
- Persian Gulf countries are experiencing continued missile strikes despite a ceasefire, indicating ongoing conflict (Globe and Mail World).
- Gas prices will not quickly return to prewar levels even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens, suggesting lasting economic impact (NYT World).
- Thailand has confirmed three deaths from a vessel attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the human cost of the conflict (Straits Times Asia).
- Crisis Group warns that a long Gulf War could starve the world, and a Hormuz transit deal could save millions, emphasizing the global stakes.
Why it matters: A long Gulf War can starve millions globally, and Thailand has already confirmed three deaths from attacks.
