Hopes for peace in the US-Israeli war with Iran dimmed as President Donald Trump canceled a diplomatic mission to Pakistan, stating that Washington would only engage in talks by phone. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has been actively pursuing shuttle diplomacy, visiting Pakistan, Oman, and preparing for discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Despite a ceasefire that has reduced full-scale fighting since the conflict began on February 28, no agreement has been reached, and tensions remain high, especially at the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route. The war has led to at least 3,375 deaths in Iran and 2,509 in Lebanon, with significant disruptions to global energy supplies due to restricted movement through the Strait. Iran has insisted on indirect negotiations and set conditions for dialogue, including lifting of US-imposed sanctions. The ongoing conflict continues to destabilize the region, with renewed fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, further complicating the diplomatic landscape.