“courts are still wrestling with Trump‑era tariffs on Iranian goods, a legal and economic tug‑of‑war that has kept the domestic market in a state of uncertainty.”

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Pakistani Delegation Meets in Tehran: A Brand Theater That Outruns Governance

As the U.S. and Iran inch toward talks, a Pakistani delegation’s arrival in Tehran underscores how foreign‑policy theatrics eclipse domestic priorities, leaving the American public to shoulder the cost.

The Pakistani delegation’s arrival in Tehran on Tuesday, amid a ceasefire that has already taken effect, is a fresh signal that brand theater is still the dominant currency in the Middle East. While the U.S. and Iran press for a broader dialogue, the delegation’s presence—publicized by AP and echoed by PBS—highlights a pattern: foreign‑policy moves are increasingly staged for optics rather than outcomes. At the same time, the U.S. courts are still wrestling with Trump‑era tariffs on Iranian goods, a legal and economic tug‑of‑war that has kept the domestic market in a state of uncertainty. The contrast is stark: a ceasefire that should bring stability