US and Iranian delegations met in Pakistan to reinforce the fragile ceasefire and explore a path to a permanent end to the conflict. Iran has set key conditions for negotiations, including control over the Strait of Hormuz, war reparations, and the release of blocked assets. While the US President suggested a de-escalation in Lebanon, Iran insists on a ceasefire in Lebanon and sanctions relief as prerequisites.
President Donald Trump has appointed VP JD Vance to lead high-stakes peace talks with Iran in Pakistan. The talks aim to maintain a fragile ceasefire, with Iran setting conditions including sanctions relief. Vance is noted for his more cautious views regarding military action against Iran.
Reports suggest the US agreed to release Iran's frozen assets ahead of talks, though the White House denied the claim, stating meetings haven't begun. Meanwhile, regional tensions persist as Israel refuses to discuss a Hezbollah ceasefire. Pakistan is mediating, but deep mistrust between the US and Iran makes a breakthrough uncertain.
High-level delegations from the US and Iran have arrived in Islamabad, Pakistan, for decisive talks. These talks are seen as 'make-or-break' for stabilizing a fragile ceasefire and charting a path forward. The area around the meeting is under strict security and tight media control.
Following a temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran, an Indian vessel successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz. Pakistan hopes that ongoing US-Iran talks in Islamabad will lead to lasting peace in West Asia. Meanwhile, a drone crashed near US diplomats in Iraq, highlighting tensions from pro-Iran groups.
Iran and the US resumed nuclear talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, though Iran stated they are proceeding under 'complete mistrust.' These face-to-face talks follow recent heightened tensions, with Iran setting conditions such as a Lebanon ceasefire and release of assets. Amid IAEA technical monitoring, both sides are discussing political and technical hurdles to reviving the nuclear agreement.
US and Iranian delegations began peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, aimed at ending the Middle East conflict. Iran set complete ceasefire in Lebanon and asset unfreezing as primary conditions. President Trump emphasized restricting Iran's nuclear program as the top priority, while the conflict drives up oil prices.
Delegations from Iran and the US are set to hold direct and mediated talks in Islamabad under Pakistani mediation. US President Donald Trump announced a two-week mutual ceasefire, stating that major issues are nearing resolution. These talks follow Iran's willingness to open the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's agreement to halt 'defensive attacks.'
An Iranian delegation arrived in Islamabad, Pakistan, for high-stakes talks with the United States aimed at ending the conflict. Held under Pakistani mediation, Iran insists on preconditions, including a Lebanon ceasefire and the release of blocked assets. The outcome is expected to significantly impact West Asian security and global energy markets.
Tensions are rising as Kuwait accuses Iran and its proxies of drone attacks despite the ceasefire. US President Donald Trump casts doubt on the ceasefire's effectiveness, while questions remain over Iran's enriched uranium supply and Strait of Hormuz traffic resumption. Talks to end the war between the US and Iran are expected to begin in Islamabad, Pakistan.