Mediators in Islamabad believe a fair deal can be struck on the Middle East, and it is now down to Tehran to respond, CNN reports citing sources

The report suggests a potential breakthrough in negotiations concerning the Middle East, emphasizing that the ball is now in Tehran's court to respond.

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Mediators in Islamabad believe a fair deal can be struck on the Middle East, and it is now down to Tehran to respond, CNN reports citing sources

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