Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi returned to Islamabad after a brief visit, amidst tensions following the cancellation of US negotiators' trip by President Trump. Araghchi's visit aimed to communicate Iran's positions on key issues, including nuclear matters and the Strait of Hormuz. Despite describing the trip as 'very fruitful', he expressed skepticism about US intentions. Meanwhile, the blockade of the vital Hormuz route continues, and tensions escalate between Israel and Hezbollah, with recent strikes and casualties reported.