The marathon 20-hour negotiations in Islamabad on April 11-12 ended in deadlock, with U.S. Vice President JD Vance citing Iran's refusal to forgo nuclear weapons and Iranian officials pointing to excessive demands; President Trump then announced a naval blockade plan. Amid the tension, Doornbos shared her delight in local Pashtun-style meals, praised the warm hospitality as unmatched, and wore traditional attire, impressing thousands who celebrated Pakistan's people and landscapes. Her enthusiasm highlighted the host nation's welcoming spirit even as diplomacy faltered.
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