Iran has announced that it currently has no intention of resuming negotiations with the United States (US), marking a fresh setback for diplomatic efforts between the two countries amid rising regional tensions. Read More: Iran talks could resume over next two days in Pakistan, says Trump Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ismail Baghaei said during a press briefing in […]
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US Iran tensions persist amid mixed signals on talks
The fragile prospects of de-escalation in the Middle East remained uncertain on Wednesday as the United States (US) and Iran exchanged conflicting signals over possible diplomatic engagement. While both sides acknowledged indirect communication, the likelihood of formal negotiations appeared to recede. Read More: Iran rejects US plan, sets 5 conditions to end war Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi […]
US boosts military presence as Iran tensions escalate: Rubio
Marco Rubio delivered a rare classified briefing at the White House on Tuesday to senior members of Congress amid rising tensions with Iran and a major US military buildup in the Middle East. The briefing was attended by the so-called “Gang of Eight,” a select bipartisan group that includes top House and Senate leaders and […]
US withdraws troops from Qatar, Bahrain amid rising tensions with Iran
DUBAI: The United States has evacuated hundreds of troops from key bases in Qatar and Bahrain as a precautionary measure amid escalating tensions with Iran, The New York Times reported. Personnel were redeployed from Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, the largest US military installation in the Middle East hosting around 10,000 troops, and from […]
Iran, US agree on principles but gaps remain in nuclear talks
Iran and the United States (US) have reportedly reached broad agreement on “guiding principles” in Geneva talks aimed at averting conflict over Tehran’s nuclear programme, though key gaps remain, officials said Tuesday. Read More: US and Iran begin tense nuclear talks in Geneva Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s foreign minister, described the discussions as “more constructive” than the previous round, noting that […]
Trump signals support for Israel against Iran
US President Donald Trump privately told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that he would back Israeli strikes on Iran if diplomatic efforts failed to reach an agreement. The message was delivered during their December meeting in Florida and reflected Washington’s growing readiness to consider military options. Meanwhile, senior officials within the US military and intelligence […]
US issues new guidance for ships transiting Strait of Hormuz
The United States (US) on Monday issued fresh guidance for commercial ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime chokepoint for global oil supplies, amid simmering tensions between Washington and Tehran over Iran’s nuclear programme. Read More: ‘Maritime sector posts record Rs 100 billion profit’ The advisory, issued by the US Department of Transportation’s […]
US, Iran signal cautious progress after indirect talks in Oman
The United States (US) and Iran have signalled tentative progress following indirect negotiations in Oman, with both sides describing the talks as constructive while warning that major challenges remain. US President Donald Trump said on Friday that Washington held “very good talks” with Iran after delegations from the two countries met in Muscat through Omani […]
US Iran talks in Oman stall over missile and sanctions disputes
OMAN/WASHINGTON: Iran and the United States (US) began high-stakes negotiations in Oman on Friday to resolve long-standing disputes over Tehran’s nuclear programme. However, differences over the agenda and additional issues threaten to derail diplomacy and escalate regional tensions. Read More: Oman hosts crucial US–Iran talks amid rising tensions While both sides have expressed willingness to engage, Washington has […]
Erdogan seeks to defuse rising US Iran tensions
ISTANBUL/DOHA: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has said Turkiye is working intensively to prevent escalating tensions between the United States (US) and Iran from pushing the Middle East into a new conflict, as sharp disagreements threaten to derail planned diplomatic talks. Read More: Türkiye emerges as key mediator in US–Iran crisis Speaking to reporters on his return flight […]