It was a sense of “the calm before the storm” in the Middle East today, as the US and Iran gear up for negotiations that could make or break the current ceasefire.
Here are the key events that happened today, April 11:
– US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Islamabad, Pakistan this afternoon, leading the US delegation for peace talks with Iran. It is believed the Iranian delegation arrived yesterday.
– A key issue remains Israel’s continued campaign against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, which has killed hundreds since Wednesday. Iranian officials say a ceasefire that includes Lebanon will be crucial to any peace talks.
– UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer issued a rare rebuke of US President Donald Trump, saying he was “fed up” with his actions which have had an impact on the whole world.
– Closer to home, Energy Minister Chris Bowen said Australia has more than a month’s supply of petrol and diesel, saying 4.1 billion litres of fuel is set to arrive into the country in the coming weeks.
