‘Never made that promise’: Vance slams claims of Lebanon’s inclusion in US-Iran truce talks
Summary
US Vice President JD Vance denied Lebanon's inclusion in US-Iran truce talks, clarifying the ceasefire focuses on Iran and America's allies, Israel and Gulf Arab states. Pakistan's claims of brokering the deal were dismissed amid rising tensions in Lebanon following deadly Israeli strikes.
Key Points
- US Vice President JD Vance clarified that Lebanon is not part of the US-Iran ceasefire talks.
- The ceasefire is focused on Iran and the US allies, Israel and the Gulf Arab states.
- Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's claim of including Lebanon in the deal was refuted and seen as an embarrassment.
- Recent Israeli strikes in Lebanon have killed over 254 people, escalating tensions despite the ceasefire talks.
