- U.S.-Iran peace talks in Islamabad collapse amid disagreement over Iran's nuclear program.
- Vice President J.D. Vance demands Iran commit to not pursuing nuclear weapons or related capabilities.
- Iran asserts its nuclear program is civilian and maintains its right to enrich uranium
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