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‘Like living in a cage’: Islamabad stuck in lockdown as city waits on US-Iran talks

Pakistani capital in pandemic-style limbo as people work from home, public transport is closed and businesses shut

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Fresh Round of US–Iran Talks Likely Within Days Amid Pakistan’s Mediation Efforts

A new round of peace talks between the United States and Iran could take place later this week, according to sources cited by the New York Post. The development comes as mediation efforts, reportedly led by Pakistan, show signs of progress despite earlier uncertainties.

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US-Iran failed first round of talks in Pakistan: where did it all go wrong?

Empirical research in the behavioural sciences shows that the Trump administration has not, to date, adopted an efficient strategy to negotiate with Iran. Negotiations between the US and Iran on April 11-12 in Islamabad, Pakistan were deemed the last attempt at ending a war that’s on the verge of causing…

The Conversation

Donald Trump Abruptly Halts Iran Attack, Claiming Tehran's Government Is 'Seriously Fractured'

Donald Trump's last‑minute extension of the Iran ceasefire, framed around a claim that Tehran's government is 'seriously fractured', has left the Gulf crisis paused but far from resolved.

International Business Times UK

UK welcomes ceasefire extension after ship attacks in Strait of Hormuz

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper called for a ‘full reopening’ of the key shipping passage.

Evening Standard

Middle East on edge again: Two ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz

Tensions flared in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran's Revolutionary Guard fired on a container ship, causing damage. Another cargo vessel reported being fired upon. These incidents complicate US-Iran diplomatic efforts, despite a US ceasefire extension and Pakistan's mediation. The strategic waterway, crucial for global energy, remains under pressure amid…

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‘Ceasefire not open-ended’: Trump gives Iran ‘another three to five days’ to come up with unified proposal

President Trump has reportedly given Iran a narrow three-to-five-day window to present a unified negotiation proposal. This limited ceasefire extension, requested by Pakistani leaders, aims to push Tehran to consolidate its position before Washington determines its next steps. The White House also announced Vice President Vance's trip to Pakistan for…

The Times of India

Ships fired upon as Iran claims it is ‘lawfully enforcing’ control over Strait of Hormuz

The attacks come after the US seized an Iranian container ship at the weekend

The Independent UK

Pentagon intelligence says Iran retains key military strength, contradicts Donald Trump’s claims: Report

Pentagon intelligence contradicts US claims of Iran's military degradation, stating Tehran remains a potent regional power. Meanwhile, President Trump announced an indefinite ceasefire extension with Iran, following a request from Pakistan, while maintaining a blockade. Iran rejected the move, warning of military response to the ongoing siege, as diplomatic efforts…

The Times of India

Pahalgam Attack : The Resolve That Shook Terror

There are moments in history that don’t fade with time they harden into national memory. The Pahalgam terror attack is one such moment. A peaceful valley turned into a site of tragedy when innocent tourists were targeted, leaving the entire nation in shock. But what followed was not fear. It…

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Iran-US war latest: Tehran calls opening Strait of Hormuz ‘impossible’ as US navy chief steps down

US blockade of Iran’s ports choking economy, White House says, as President Trump suggests peace talks could restart

The Independent UK

Erdogan says Iran war ‘starting to weaken Europe’ – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Iran seizes two cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz after three vessels fired on

The tanker seizures come after US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran was being indefinitely extended at the request of mediator Pakistan.

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‘No deal if Hormuz reopens’: Trump extends ceasefire, claims Iran losing $500 million a day

President Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran, maintaining a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. He stated Iran is suffering significant financial losses and must present a unified proposal for talks to advance. This decision followed a request from Pakistan's military chief and Prime Minister.

The Times of India

'Trust and confidence reposed': Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif thanks Donald Trump for ceasefire extension

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked US President Trump for extending the Iran conflict ceasefire, hoping for lasting peace. Sharif expressed optimism for a 'Peace Deal' in upcoming Islamabad talks, emphasizing Pakistan's continued mediation. Despite the truce extension, uncertainty lingers due to Iran's conditional engagement and the US naval blockade,…

The Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: Trump backs off threat to resume bombing Iran and extends ceasefire

President changed his tune at request of Pakistan’s leaders, though he said military blockade of Iranian ports will continue

The Times of India

'Asked to hold attack': Trump extends ceasefire, cites Pak request; Tehran says 'losing sides can't dictate terms'

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced an extension of the ceasefire against Iran, citing a request from Pakistan. Trump's announcement of delaying a planned attack on Iran came hours before the earlier ceasefire deadline was to end.

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International Business Times UK

Is Donald Trump Showing Signs of Cognitive Decline? POTUS Claims Iran 'Surrender' as Tehran Dismisses It as 'Fantasy'

Donald Trump's confused claims about an Iran ceasefire and Pakistan peace talks are fuelling concerns over 'unbridled chaos' in his handling of war and foreign policy.

Evening Standard

Donald Trump extends Iran ceasefire with Tehran regime ‘seriously fractured’

The move comes as the deadline loomed on the current fragile truce and proposed talks in Islamabad were put on hold

International Business Times UK

No Islamabad Talks Delegation? Iran Denies Sending Team to Pakistan, Posted Mr Bean Meme of JD Vance on State TV

Iran denies sending negotiators to Islamabad, contradicting US expectations. Iranian media mocks US VP JD Vance with a viral meme, highlighting tensions in US-Iran relations.

International Business Times UK

'Something Fell Apart': Vance Joins Trump's Emergency White House Meeting as Witkoff and Kushner Plane Turns Back Mid-Air

US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad stalled as diplomatic tensions rise. The ceasefire deadline looms, with economic stakes high and internal divisions in Iran complicating negotiations.

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Crude Oil Prices Rally as US-Iran Talks on Hold

May WTI crude oil (CLK26 ) on Tuesday closed up +2.52 (+2.81%), and May RBOB gasoline (RBK26 ) closed up +0.0930 (+2.98%). Crude oil and gasoline prices recovered from early losses on Tuesday and moved sharply higher as Iran has yet to confirm its attendance at further talks in Pakistan...

International Business Times

Iran Says No 'Final Decision' On Whether To Attend U.S. Talks As Vance Remains In U.S.

Iranian Foreign Minister Esmail Baghaei said on Tuesday that Tehran has not made a "final decision" on whether to send a delegation to Pakistan for a new round of talks with the U.S. as the deadline for the end of the ceasefire between the countries looms.

The Guardian - UK

Trump announces extension of Iran ceasefire until ‘discussion concluded’

Declaration comes amid intense efforts to bring two sides together in Pakistan for new round of talks

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