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
Trump’s ‘favourite field marshal’ Asim Munir arrives in Tehran to revive US-Iran peace talks Pakistan is seeking to host the second round of peace talks before the fragile ceasefire expires next week 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
'Discussions are being had' on second round of Iran talks in Pakistan, White House says Negotiators are focusing on three key points that derailed last weekend's talks, including Iran's nuclear programme, the Strait of Hormuz and compensation for wartime damages. Euronews · Apr 15
US and Iran in indirect talks to extend two-week ceasefire White House feels ‘good about the prospects of a deal’ as Pakistani officials launch new round of diplomacy The Guardian - UK · 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
UN nuclear chief urges checks of Iran's programme in potential deal to end war Tehran has not allowed the IAEA access to its nuclear facilities bombed by Israel and the US during a 12-day conflict in June, according to a confidential IAEA report. Euronews · Apr 15
U.S. And Iran Reportedly Move Towards Extending Ceasefire But Disagreements Remain Over Uranium Enrichment The U.S. and Iran are moving towards extending the ceasefire, but have not reached a deal yet and disagreements persist over Tehran's intention to continue enriching uranium. International Business Times · Apr 15
Iranian citizen held in France returns to Tehran after French nationals' release Iranian national Mahdieh Esfandiari, who was held in France for over a year, has returned home, Iranian state television reported Wednesday, a week after Tehran released two French citizens. Radio France Internationale · Apr 15
Trump says Iran war 'very close to over' as truce talks advance A second round of talks between Washington and Tehran could take place within days, according to Trump. Meanwhile, Israel continues to press ahead with its military campaign against Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon. Euronews · Apr 15
'China's Nostradamus' Predicts US Will Lose Ground Invasion This Month, Ending the US Dollar Dominance A YouTube theorist known as 'China's Nostradamus' claims the US will invade Iran this month, lose a grinding ground war and trigger the end of the dollar's global dominance. International Business Times UK · Apr 15
'Secretly switched planes': What led Iran delegation to reroute after failed US talks in Pakistan An Iranian delegation reportedly received direct threats and credible intelligence of a potential attack on their aircraft en route to Pakistan for talks with the US. This led to a diversion of their return journey to Mashhad, with the team then traveling to Tehran by land. The Times of India · Apr 15
The Independent UK · Apr 15 Hopes rise for renewed talks as US military says Iran blockade is in force Hopes rose for renewed talks between the United States and Iran as the U.S. military said its blockade of Iranian ports was in full effect and Tehran threatened to retaliate by strike targets across the war-weary region
The Times of India · Apr 15 US Navy destroyer intercepts two oil tankers trying to leave Hormuz; orders them to turn back A US Navy destroyer intercepted two oil tankers leaving Iran, marking the initial phase of a US-declared blockade aimed at pressuring Tehran. Despite the blockade, some Iran-linked vessels reportedly transited the Strait of Hormuz. Experts caution about the blockade's effectiveness and warn of potential escalation and retaliation from Iran.
The Times of India · Apr 15 Is the Iran war ending? Trump signals hope for fresh talks, but says 'we’re not finished' US President Donald Trump stated that the war with Iran is "very close to being over" as new peace talks are set to begin. He believes Iran "wants to make a deal very badly," despite the US not being finished with its objectives. This comes after initial talks stalled over…
The Conversation · Apr 14 Strait of Hormuz: Why the US and Iran are sailing in very different legal waters The Strait of Hormuz exists in the eye of the beholder.
The Conversation · Apr 14 The Islamabad talks were doomed to failure – and Hormuz blockade has thrown another obstacle to any Iran-US deal Twenty-one hours of direct negotiations. The highest-level face-to-face engagement between Washington and Tehran since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
We Got This Covered · Apr 14 Donald Trump issues a 50% tariff threat to Beijing after new intelligence ‘indicates’ a secret shipment is headed for Tehran Threat without proof. Color me surprised.
The Independent UK · Apr 14 Can Pakistan bring US and Iran back to the negotiating table before ceasefire ends? ANALYSIS: Trump has again suggested a deal could be reached despite talks collapsing in Islamabad at the weekend. Experts tell Arpan Rai there is a good chance both sides will return to Pakistan in the coming days
International Business Times · Apr 14 Iran Reportedly Considering Refraining From Sending Some Ships Through Strait Of Hormuz Due To Trump's Blockade Iran is considering a short-term pause to shipments through the Strait of Hormuz to avoid testing President Donald Trump's blockade, now entering its second day, according to a new report.
Whats Hot · Apr 14 US–Iran Talks May Resume Soon as Pakistan Facilitates Dialogue Negotiations between the United States and Iran could resume later this week or early next week, according to Pakistani and Iranian officials cited by Reuters. While Tehran has expressed willingness to return to the table, Islamabad has reportedly taken an active role in coordinating the next round of discussions.
The Independent UK · Apr 14 JD Vance accuses Iran of ‘economic terrorism’ in Strait of Hormuz and threatens ‘two can play that game’ Vice president said negotiations with Tehran ‘didn’t move far enough’ in Islamabad
The Times of India · Apr 14 Islamabad or not? US–Iran talks inch toward second round after first failed; 5 things we know The United States and Iran appear to be edging towards a second round of high-stakes negotiations, even after a marathon session in Islamabad failed to produce a breakthrough. Officials from Washington, Tehran and regional intermediaries suggest that while deep differences remain, neither side considers the process over.