Pakistan's Prime Minister has expressed hope that his country can host upcoming Iran-US peace talks, positioning itself as a mediator. This comes as potential agreements could reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said his country hopes to host the next round of Iran-US peace talks, positioning Islamabad at the centre of mediation efforts as President Donald Trump said a largely negotiated agreement could soon reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.