WASHINGTON: The United States (US) has deployed a substantial military force to the Middle East, including warships, fighter jets, and refueling aircraft, amid heightened tensions with Iran. Officials say the buildup could support a sustained campaign against Tehran if President Donald Trump orders strikes. 🚨 BREAKING: 25 US Tankers Headed to the Middle East Amid […]
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Iran orders nuclear talks with US amid Trump’s deal hopes
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the start of nuclear talks with the United States, signaling willingness for diplomacy while maintaining that Tehran will respond firmly to any military threats. Following anti-government protests last month, US President Donald Trump threatened military action and deployed an aircraft carrier group to the region, while insisting he remains […]
Türkiye emerges as key mediator in US-Iran crisis
Washington: Türkiye is emerging as a potential venue for US-Iran talks aimed at easing nuclear tensions, U.S. officials said. President Donald Trump’s administration has expressed willingness to engage Iran diplomatically this week. The discussions are seen as an alternative to escalating military pressure in the Middle East. Ankara, along with Egypt and Qatar, is reportedly […]
Iran holds high-stakes nuclear talks with Europe
Iran and European powers met in Istanbul on Friday for the first time since last month’s US and Israeli airstrikes. Talks focused on reviving parts of the 2015 nuclear deal, just months before key UN sanctions may expire. Iran, France, Britain, Germany, and the EU attended the meeting held at the Iranian consulate. These discussions […]
Trump expresses doubts over Iran nuclear deal amid tough talks
U.S. President Donald Trump said he feels less confident about reaching a nuclear deal with Iran. In a recent podcast, he admitted his optimism has declined over the past few months. Trump said Iran seems to be delaying negotiations and showed less enthusiasm for an agreement. He emphasized that Washington will never allow Iran to […]
Saudi warns Iran: Take Trump’s deal or risk Israeli strike
Saudi Arabia has urged Iran to seriously consider a nuclear deal with US President Donald Trump. The warning came from Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman during a secret meeting in Tehran on April 17. He told top Iranian officials that a quick agreement could prevent a possible Israeli military strike. The visit was […]
Iran prepares for key nuclear talks with US in Oman
Iran is seeking a “real and fair” nuclear deal with the US as both sides prepare for indirect talks in Oman. The discussions are scheduled for April 12 and follow rising tensions since Donald Trump returned to office. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will lead the Iranian team. Meanwhile, US envoy Steve Witkoff will represent […]
Iran turns uranium into a substance pertinent to the detection of cancer
DUBAI: According to the UN nuclear watchdog and Iranian media, Iran has converted a small portion of its high-enriched uranium stockpile into a substance critical to the detection of cancer and other diseases. For the time being, Iran has decided not to further refine the uranium into weapons-grade levels by converting it. Negotiations over […]
“There is no link between events in Ukraine and Vienna talks” -Iran’s foreign minister
DUBAI – There is no link between current events in Ukraine and nuclear talks in Vienna, Iran’s foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Tuesday during a news conference with his Russian counterpart in Moscow. Amirabdollahian added that Russia will stand next to Iran until the end of nuclear talks.
Iran pessimistic about Europe’s ability to save nuclear deal
TEHRAN: A senior Iranian diplomat has expressed doubts Europe would succeed in salvaging the 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers. Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi’s remarks come after days of intense efforts by Tehran to convince European nations to help Iran sell its oil abroad. U.S. sanctions imposed after President Donald Trump withdrew […]