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U.S. and Iranian peace talks in Pakistan collapse, with both sides blaming each other.
Vice President J.D. Vance claims the breakdown is worse for Iran than the U.S.
Key issues include the Strait of Hormuz, nuclear policy, sanctions, reparations, and regional war.
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