The 18-hour marathon between the United States and Iran at Lake Lucerne in Switzerland is not a peace treaty but it is enough for the world to breathe a sigh of relief. For, the engagement hopefully will avert fresh hostilities for another 60 days. According to US Vice President JD Vance, the foundation has been laid, but the house is yet to be built. The establishment of a high-level committee, direct communication channels, and working groups on nuclear issues and sanctions represents the significant progress towards peace and stability, so urgent for a........

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