Topic: Shahbaz Sharif

The term "flimflam" is defined as 16th-century deceptive nonsense during a breakdown of the proposed US-Iran memorandum of understanding. The BBC reports that while President Trump expects a Sunday signing, Iranian officials remain cautious to avoid giving ammunition to domestic hardliners. Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif suggests the deal may be signed digitally, potentially depriving Trump of a traditional photo opportunity.

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif is acting as a key mediator between the U.S. and Iran, a move widely believed to be directed by China. As China faces economic headwinds and fuel shortages due to the Middle East conflict, Beijing has pressured Iran to enter negotiations to stabilize the flow of oil. President Trump is scheduled to meet with Chinese leadership in Beijing in three weeks to further discuss regional stability and trade.