Iran-US war latest: Trump considers Tehran’s latest peace proposal as Germany warns he’s being ‘humiliated’ Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Trump's bottom line demands remain the same The Independent UK · Apr 27
Trump Panics as Iran-US War 1 May Deadline Nears: Will Trump Defy the Law or Will Congress Let the War Go On? President Trump's military campaign against Iran faces a critical legal deadline under the War Powers Resolution, requiring congressional approval by 1 May to avoid being deemed illegal. International Business Times UK · Apr 27
Putin to host Iran’s Araghchi as US-Tehran diplomacy stalls Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is in Moscow for talks with President Putin amid stalled US-Iran negotiations. Despite a ceasefire, a second round of direct talks remains elusive, with President Trump suggesting Iran should initiate contact. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, impacting global energy markets, while the US has… The Times of India · Apr 27
No headway in Middle East peace efforts as US and Iran refuse to yield Deepening sense of deadlock despite regional diplomacy as Washington and Tehran show no signs of compromise The Guardian - UK · Apr 26
'Iran can call us if they want': Trump rules out travel for talks as Araghchi returns to Pakistan US President Donald Trump declared American officials won't travel for Iran truce talks, insisting discussions must be remote. Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi returned to Islamabad, relaying Tehran's positions on nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz via Pakistani intermediaries. Iran maintains it won't negotiate under coercion amid ongoing US pressure. The Times of India · Apr 26
Iran didn’t have a nuclear weapon before this war. But you can see why it would develop one now If lawless aggression by ‘might is right’ nuclear-armed powers spreads unchecked, what other option do middle-ranking countries have, asks foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall The Guardian - UK · Apr 26
The war in Iran is in a ‘limbo’ phase. Here’s why it could leave the world facing chaos IN FOCUS: Despite Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi travelling to Pakistan, there are still no plans for direct talks with the US. Should the current impasse continue, analysts tell James C. Reynolds that it could hurt the west and strengthen Tehran The Independent UK · Apr 26
Are Trump, Netanyahu in sync? How US and Israel are fighting different wars on same battlefield As a two-month conflict with Iran escalates, cracks are appearing in the US-Israel alliance. While both nations initially targeted Tehran, their post-strike objectives diverge, with Washington seeking negotiation and Jerusalem aiming for regime change. This fundamental difference, exacerbated by past events and differing pressures, raises questions about their long-term alignment. The Times of India · Apr 26
No Iran-US peace talks 2.0! How Pakistan's bid to mediate a breakthrough fell short Pakistan's efforts to mediate US-Iran talks faltered as Tehran refused direct engagement, conveying demands through Islamabad. US President Trump subsequently canceled his delegation's visit, citing a lack of meaningful progress. The diplomatic deadlock persists, with Iran shifting its focus to Oman and Russia. The Times of India · Apr 25
What was Operation Eagle Claw? Iran reminds US of 46-year-old failure amid naval blockade tensions Iran's judiciary chief warned the US of repeating "Isfahan and Tabas" incidents if tensions escalate in the Persian Gulf. This warning coincides with the 46th anniversary of the failed US Operation Eagle Claw in 1980, a mission to rescue American hostages in Tehran that ended in disaster and casualties. The Times of India · Apr 25
Iranian foreign minister delivers Tehran’s negotiating demands in Pakistan IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 25
‘It’s a huge, futuristic space with massive skylights’: Ali Zolghadri’s best phone picture The clean geometry of the Iran Mall in Tehran, and the way light moves through it, caught the fine art photographer’s eye The Guardian - UK · Apr 25
Trump cancels US negotiators' trip to Pakistan for Iran talks as Araghchi departs Islamabad US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were expected to arrive in Pakistan on Saturday to conduct a second round of peace talks between the US and Iran. Euronews · Apr 25
The Latest: Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran's foreign minister The White House says President Donald Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan to take part in a new round of talks with Iran The Independent UK · Apr 25
The Independent UK · Apr 25 Iran resumes commercial flights from Tehran's international airport Iran has resumed commercial flights from Tehran's international airport for the first time since the conflict with the U.S. and Israel began two months ago
The Times of India · Apr 25 Is Iran running out of options? Secret letter to Mojtaba Khamenei flags strain, cracks in 'resistance' strategy A secret letter from senior Iranian officials warning of economic collapse and urging nuclear negotiations with the US has reportedly exposed deep divisions within Tehran's leadership. Despite public displays of unity and denials of internal strife, the leak has sparked a political firestorm, with legal threats issued against those who…
The Times of India · Apr 24 'No meeting is planned': Iran rules out direct talks with US in Islamabad; asserts engagement through Pakistan Iran has denied any plans for direct talks with the United States in Islamabad, even as both sides step up diplomatic activity in Pakistan. Tehran has insisted that its position will be conveyed indirectly through Pakistani interlocutors.
International Business Times UK · Apr 24 'US Is Getting Desperate': Iran's Supreme Leader Is Reportedly Not Negotiating, FM May Have Departed Pakistan Before Kushner, Witkoff's Arrival The US faces diplomatic challenges with Iran as peace talks falter and naval tensions rise, highlighting a disconnect between US expectations and Iran's diplomatic strategy.
International Business Times · Apr 24 U.S. Freezes $344 Million In Crypto Tied To Iran Amid Escalating Regional Tensions The Trump administration has frozen about $344 million in cryptocurrency it says is linked to Iran, stepping up financial pressure on Tehran as tensions between the countries continue.
The Times of India · Apr 24 Peace talks back on? Trump sending envoys to Pakistan to meet Iran FM; Vance on standby Senior US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are heading to Pakistan for crucial talks with Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi to revive negotiations amid escalating regional tensions. The diplomatic initiative aims to address Tehran's nuclear program and ease global market volatility. Despite overtures, the situation remains volatile with ongoing…
Euronews · Apr 24 Judge sets trial date for suspects in Jewish charity ambulance arson attack in London The UK has accused Tehran of using criminal proxies to conduct attacks on European soil targeting opposition media outlets and the Jewish community.
International Business Times UK · Apr 24 Donald Trump Admits He 'Took A Break' From The Iran War After Being Grilled Over Failed Six-Week Victory Timeline President Trump admits to a 'break' in the Iran conflict, extending beyond the initial timeline, sparking controversy over strategic planning and military decisions.
Euronews · Apr 24 Iran 'trapped in slogans' as nuclear talks with US stall after naval standoff, former diplomat says Former Iranian diplomat Kourosh Ahmadi has warned that Tehran and Washington have found themselves stuck in their individual and contrasting narratives, risking nuclear talks as tensions over blockades and enrichment grow.
The Independent UK · Apr 24 Third US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East as Washington and Tehran clash over Strait of Hormuz Iran and the United States continue to clash over control of the Strait of Hormuz, obstructing efforts to end the war
The Times of India · Apr 24 CCTV captures chaos at Iran hospitals amid strikes; patients and staff seen scrambling Surveillance footage reveals chaotic scenes in Tehran hospitals during air strikes, with medical staff urgently evacuating patients, including newborns carried in fruit baskets. The ongoing Iran conflict, sparked by Operation Epic Fury, has escalated tensions in the Persian Gulf, disrupting oil shipments and leading to naval confrontations.