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Handshakes in Islamabad: US-Iran Talks That Could Unclog Global Oil Pipes

Tense handshakes echo through Islamabad's meeting rooms. US and Iranian envoys, Pakistanis in the middle, hashing out peace—or war avoidance—in a move that could steady the world's shakiest oil supply lines.

Supply Chain Beat Apr 11, 2026 4 min read
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US and Iranian diplomats shaking hands at negotiation table in Islamabad with Pakistani officials

⚡ Key Takeaways

  • Historic direct US-Iran talks since 1979 kick off in Pakistan, mediated amid war risks. 𝕏
  • Low success chances, but breakthroughs could unclog oil flows through Hormuz, stabilizing global chains. 𝕏
  • Pakistan's role ties into CPEC trade routes; AI tools ready to model outcomes for logistics pros. 𝕏
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#Pakistan mediation #Strait of Hormuz #US-Iran negotiations #global-trade-disruptions #oil supply chain #oil supply chain disruptions

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Originally reported by Axios Supply Chain

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