Diplomatic efforts are intensifying to bring the US and Iran together for peace talks in Pakistan as a two-week ceasefire nears its end. US President Donald Trump has indicated readiness to resume military action against Iran if negotiations fail, asserting that the US is in a strong position. Meanwhile, Iran's leadership, represented by parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has rejected negotiations under threats, stating that no Iranian delegation has visited Islamabad. The US has escalated military actions, including a blockade of Iranian ports and seizing vessels, which Iran condemns as acts of piracy. The conflict has severely disrupted global energy supplies, particularly through the critical Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has previously closed to shipping, affecting a significant portion of the world's oil and gas supply. As talks continue, analysts note that internal divisions within Iran complicate the situation, with some leaders advocating for a more aggressive stance against US pressure. Amidst these tensions, the potential for a renewed ceasefire remains uncertain, as both sides grapple with differing expectations and demands.