Skip to main content Both sides want to buy time. But other factors like midterm elections, Israel, and deep mistrust may intervene. Expert comment Published 22 June 2026 — 3 minute READ Image — President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner (centre) looks on as Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi (left) shakes hands with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (right) at the Lake Lucerne Summit on 21 June 2026.