Negotiators from Iran and the United States are set to begin high-level talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, aimed at stabilizing a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. This comes amid concerns over Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz and Israel's continued exchange of fire. U.S. Vice President JD Vance is set to arrive from Washington, while Iran has not specified its team. The talks are part of an effort to pressure Washington to halt Israeli attacks in Lebanon. Israel-Lebanon negotiations are also expected to begin next week at the State Department in Washington, a potential boost to Middle East ceasefire efforts. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has authorized direct negotiations with Lebanon aimed at disarming Iranian-backed Hezbollah militants and establishing relations between the neighbors.