World · 13 April 2026

Reports suggest Netanyahu phone call to Vance may have derailed Iran talks

Reports emerged on Sunday that a phone call from Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to Vice President Vance during the Islamabad negotiations may have influenced the outcome of the US-Iran talks. The call reportedly came as the two sides were discussing the future of Lebanon, a key sticking point given Israel's ongoing strikes against Hezbollah. Netanyahu has publicly said he wants 'a real peace agreement that will last for generations' with Lebanon.

By BriefTea Editorial · 13 April 2026 at 7:42

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