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Vice President J.D. Vance returns to the U.S. after failed Iran peace talks in Pakistan.
Nuclear restrictions remain the central sticking point in negotiations.
Israel and Hezbollah continue attacks despite ceasefire efforts.
Israeli and Lebanese diplomats to hold first direct

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