The fighting continued while conditions for a possible cease-fire were debated.
The 2,000 paratroopers heading to the region may give President Trump more leverage in negotiations, but they also leave him with the option of doubling down on military force.
Syed Asim Munir’s role demonstrates Islamabad’s acute exposure to regional instability and newly found geopolitical relevance.
The president has domestic and international political motivations for touting negotiations to end the war. Iran has similar ones to deny discussions.
The Trump administration said the Middle East would “recede” in importance as the China challenge took priority. But the president started the war in Iran.
The United States is discussing ways to end hostilities with Iran, even as the Pentagon dispatches more troops.
A gallon has climbed to nearly $6 in the state, about $2 above the national average.
A Board of Peace member said the most dangerous weapons would be collected first. He linked compliance with disarmament to reconstruction beginning in the enclave.
Ships with no ties to Israel or the United States would be allowed to pass, the government said, but it was unclear if any vessels would try.
The order gives President Trump more military options as he considers diplomacy with Iran. It is unclear where the soldiers will go in the Middle East.