The Kremlin has expressed hope that Iran and United States talks will continue despite rising regional tensions, emphasizing that diplomatic engagement remains important for global economic stability. Russian officials clarified that Moscow is not acting as a formal mediator but is prepared to assist negotiations if both sides request support during the ongoing geopolitical crisis […]
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Global economy struggles amid IMF World Bank warnings
Global finance leaders met at IMF and World Bank spring meetings in Washington and assessed limited capacity to manage rising geopolitical shocks and economic disruptions linked to Middle East tensions. Officials increasingly acknowledged that reliance on US leadership to resolve crises is weakening as repeated conflicts and energy shocks continue to strain global economic stability. […]
Trump holds Situation room meeting contacts Field Marshal Asim Munir
The United States President Donald Trump chaired a high-level Situation Room meeting at White House reviewing Iran conflict and Middle East tensions amid ceasefire nearing expiry and Strait of Hormuz diplomatic efforts with Iran. US Vice President JD Vance attended alongside senior security officials as discussions covered ongoing negotiations and Pakistan-linked diplomatic contacts with Iranian […]
Iran says progress made but final deal remains distant
Iran’s parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said negotiations with the United States have produced some progress, but both sides still remain far from reaching a final agreement to end the ongoing conflict and tensions. In a televised national address, he explained that discussions had moved forward on several matters, yet many major gaps and sensitive […]
Trump warns more strikes on Iran as Gulf tensions rise
Donald Trump warned that the United States could launch additional strikes on Kharg Island, a key Iranian oil export hub, as tensions escalate between United States and Iran. The remarks came as the regional conflict entered another intense phase with no immediate signs of de-escalation. Trump claimed that recent American attacks had “totally demolished” […]
Trump rejects Iran ceasefire terms as Middle East tensions escalate
Donald Trump said Iran is willing to negotiate a ceasefire amid ongoing United States military strikes but insisted that the proposed terms are not acceptable yet. The remarks came as tensions continued to rise between United States and Iran following recent attacks on strategic targets. During a telephone interview, Trump claimed that Iran had […]
US Iran talks proceed despite rising military tensions
The United States has confirmed that planned talks with Iran will still take place later this week, despite a US fighter jet shooting down an Iranian drone near an American aircraft carrier in the Middle East. The incident has raised fresh concerns over regional security, but officials insist diplomatic channels remain open. According to the […]
Iran seizes foreign ship carrying fuel
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards seized a foreign-flagged vessel carrying 350,000 litres of smuggled fuel, directing it to Bushehr in the south-west, state media reported, highlighting Tehran’s strict control over regional fuel shipments. The ship, flying Eswatini’s flag, had 13 crew members from India and a neighbouring country, according to Iranian authorities, who confirmed the operation occurred […]