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Iran’s President says he has instructed the country’s foreign minister to pursue constructive negotiations to ease tensions and a looming threat of conflict with the US. The move signals a shift in approach for Tehran, who for weeks has countered with its own threats against Washington.

Pakistan has been invited to crucial talks in Turkey between Iran and the US, aimed at de-escalating regional tensions. Several other regional powers, including Saudi Arabia and Qatar, are also expected to attend. The discussions are anticipated to focus on Iran's nuclear program, with both sides expressing cautious optimism for…

Soltani was most recently being held at the notorious Ghezel Hesar prison

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President Trump has ordered a massive U.S. military buildup in the Gulf but is willing to explore a diplomatic solution.

Tehran’s nuclear ambitions date back to the shah and the 1970s and remains undimmed despite the damage caused by sanctions

Turkey and other countries are working on a "framework" for potential talks between the U.S. and Iran.

Iran’s foreign minister to travel to Ankara for talks aimed at preventing a US attack – key US politics stories from 29 January at a glance

Ankara hosts urgent mediation as Trump’s threats mount and Tehran weighs painful compromises to avoid conflict