On day one hundred fifteen of the Iran conflict, signs of de-escalation are emerging. A truce in Lebanon appears to be holding, reports Al Jazeera, as mediators from Qatar and Pakistan hailed encouraging progress from the first day of talks between Iran and the US, held in Switzerland. The diplomatic effort marks a potential turning point in a conflict that has dominated the region for four months. With both nations facing mounting pressure to reduce tensions, the involvement of established mediators suggests serious intent at the negotiating table. One day of talks is early, but the reported optimism from Doha and Islamabad indicates both sides may be moving toward resolution.

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