US-Iran War and Diplomatic Pause

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US and Iran have paused strikes; Trump weighing diplomatic options. Fragile peace process after June 17 MoU. Pentagon quietly changes casualty categorization. Energy security risks (Strait of Hormuz) and Pakistan's mediation role emerging. Houthi conflict adds global dimension.

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Updated Jul 28, 2026

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