The Latest Breaking News from Asim Munir

Scoop: Trump convenes Iran situation room meeting amid renewed Hormuz crisis

The situation with Iran is at a critical point, with the ceasefire expected to expire in three days.

Axios · Apr 18

The Latest: Iran says it has closed Hormuz again over US blockade

Iran has reversed course on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, warning that it would continue to block transit as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remained in effect

The Independent UK · Apr 18

Next round of US-Iran peace talks expected to begin from Monday - what we know so far

Second round of US-Iran talks to ease Middle East tensions is expected in Islamabad, with Pakistan offering full support. Pakistani Army Chief met Iranian Parliament Speaker as diplomatic efforts intensified. US President Trump indicated he might visit Pakistan if a deal is finalized.

The Times of India · Apr 18

Who is Asim Munir? The US-Iran mediator Trump called his ‘favourite field marshal’

Pakistan's army chief is playing a crucial role in mediating between Iran and the U.S

The Independent UK · Apr 16

The Latest: Pakistan’s army chief to meet Iranian officials in Tehran to push new US-Iran talks

Pakistan’s army chief is meeting with Iranian officials in Tehran to ease Middle East tensions and arrange U.S.-Iran negotiations

The Independent UK · Apr 16

Iran-US war latest: Trump calls it a ‘historic day’ as ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon comes into effect

The truce follows a heavy bombing campaign by Israel against targets it says are linked to Hezbollah

The Independent UK · Apr 16

White House denies US sought truce extension, says new talks may happen in Pakistan

The White House denied formally requesting a ceasefire extension with Iran, despite ongoing diplomatic engagements. While cautiously optimistic about a deal, the US has made its "red lines" clear. Meanwhile, Pakistan's army chief visited Tehran with a potential new framework for talks, following previous negotiations that stalled over key issues…

The Times of India · Apr 15

Last-ditch bid for peace? Pakistan army chief Asim Munir lands in Iran to convey US offer

A critical Iran-US ceasefire deadline looms with no agreement, fueling uncertainty. Pakistan is actively mediating, dispatching a high-level delegation to Tehran with a new US message and aiming for further talks. Key disputes over Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz persist, as both nations issue mixed signals regarding…

The Times of India · Apr 15

Trump news at a glance: president hints at second round of talks with Iran as temporary ceasefire ticks down

Collapse of weekend negotiations prompted Trump to impose a blockade on Iranian ports – key US politics stories from 14 April at a glance

The Guardian - US · Apr 15

US-Iran peace talks could resume in next two days, Trump says

US president says negotiations could restart in Islamabad under ‘fantastic’ Pakistani army chief Asim Munir

The Guardian - UK · Apr 14