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‘Lift the blockade’: Iran sets condition for round two of peace talks in Pakistan

Iran has set a clear precondition for resuming negotiations with the United States, with its UN Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani stating that talks can only proceed if Washington lifts its naval blockade.

The Times of India

The Last Spy review – former CIA station chief tells it like it was from inside the tent

Peter Sichel gives a scrupulous and sometimes salacious insider’s view of the secret service and Washington circles in Katharina Otto-Bernstein’s documentary

The Guardian - UK

EU trade chief heads to Washington hoping to unlock steel talks

EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič is travelling to Washington for the first time since the July 2025 EU-US trade deal, seeking to break the deadlock on removing 50% US tariffs on European steel and aluminium.

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Starmer-Mandelson latest: PM could face Privileges Committee after claims he misled MPs

The Tories, SNP and Lib Dems are asking Sir Lindsay Hoyle to refer Sir Keir over the appointment of Lord Peter Mandelson - the PM has denied misleading MPs

The Independent UK

Olly Robbins’ account of Mandelson vetting piles pressure on Keir Starmer

Sacked civil servant tells select committee of ‘pressure’ to give clearance and ‘dismissive’ attitude to vetting

The Guardian - UK

Iran regime able to ‘absorb pain’, says British ambassador to US

Tensions remain high between Washington and Tehran as the end of a fragile truce in the Middle East conflict draws near.

Evening Standard

In reversal, Justice Department withdraws subpoenas in John Brennan investigation, AP sources say

The Justice Department has withdrawn subpoenas issued in the investigation of former CIA Director John Brennan, with officials asking for voluntary interviews instead of testimony before a grand jury

The Independent UK

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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

The Guardian - UK

Takeaways from former top UK official's testimony on the Mandelson appointment scandal

The former leader of Britain's Foreign Office has revealed details about the appointment of Peter Mandelson as the U.K.'s ambassador to Washington despite failing security checks

The Independent UK

Trump walks deal, talks bombs as Islamabad meet hangs in air; US and Iran play travel chicken

TOI correspondent from Washington: Increasingly seen as an agent of chaos even by his own base, US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he expects to achieve “a great deal” with Iran after a second round of talks in Pakistan on Wednesday while at the same time saying he also…

The Times of India

The 2 U.S. officials killed in Chihuahua, Mexico, worked for the CIA - REPORT

A Washington Post exclusive has added a highly sensitive twist to the deadly crash in northern Mexico that killed two U.S. Embassy officials and two Mexican investigators. Citing two people familiar with the matter, the Post reported that the two Americans who died in Chihuahua were CIA officers.

Latin Times

Is Nicaragua Next? Marco Rubio's New Sanctions on a Senior Ortega Regime Official Signal a Broader Push After Venezuela and Cuba

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has opened a new front in the Trump administration's escalating pressure campaign across Latin America, announcing fresh sanctions against a senior official in the government of Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo. The move signals that Nicaragua is no longer a secondary concern but part of…

Latin Times

Cuba confirms meeting with Washington officials in Havana as Raul Castro's grandson emerges in talks

The Cuban government confirmed that it recently held a meeting on the island with representatives from Washington, marking a rare direct contact between the two sides at a moment of deep economic strain and rising geopolitical tension.

Latin Times

Every revelation from Olly Robbins’ evidence over Mandelson’s appointment

The former top official at the Foreign Office was sacked last week over failings around Peter Mandelson’s vetting

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Evening Standard

Key points: Olly Robbins gives evidence on Lord Mandelson vetting scandal

The sacked civil servant was answering questions at the Commons Foreign Affairs Committee.

The Guardian - UK

Here is the biggest problem Washington faces: Iran sees no need to compromise

The US has failed to bomb Iran into submission. Now, from the strait of Hormuz to nuclear concessions, Tehran senses its position strengthening, says Sina Toossi of the Center for International Policy

The Guardian - UK

US ‘restricts intelligence sharing with South Korea’ after minister identified suspected nuclear site

Washington reportedly limits satellite data after minister spoke publicly about suspected facility in North Korea

The Times of India

'Felt political pressure': Sacked UK official blames Starmer’s office over Mandelson US appointment

The former civil servant who oversaw the approval of Peter Mandelson’s appointment as Britain’s ambassador to Washington has said he felt “political pressure” to fast-track the decision despite "security concerns."

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Evening Standard

Starmer fighting for political life after bombshell Mandelson and Doyle revelations from Foreign Office chief

Sacked foreign office boss Robbins accused Downing Street of a ‘dismissive approach’ to vetting Peter Mandelson and claimed Lord Matthew Doyle, who was handed a peerage despite links to a convicted sex offender, had been considered for an ambassadorship

Euronews

Trump wants to extend Iran ceasefire, until negotiations conclude

The US president also wrote on Truth Social that the blockade of Iranian ports will continue until Tehran presents a "unified proposal".

The Times of India

‘Then lots of bombs start going off’: Donald Trump explains what will happen when US-Iran ceasefire expires

US President Trump has warned of a significant escalation in the Iran conflict, stating "lots of bombs start going off" if a peace deal isn't reached before the current ceasefire expires. While a US delegation prepares for talks, Iran's participation remains uncertain, with Tehran resisting negotiations under pressure. Washington's core…

The Independent UK

Fired former UK official says he felt political pressure to approve Mandelson as US ambassador

The ex-civil servant behind the decision to approve Peter Mandelson’s appointment as British ambassador to Washington says he felt political pressure to rush through the appointment despite security concerns

The Times of India

US limits intelligence sharing with Korea after remarks on North Korea nuclear site: Report

US has partially restricted satellite intelligence sharing with South Korea after Seoul's unification minister revealed details about a suspected North Korean uranium enrichment site. While the minister claims the information was public, Washington views it as an unauthorized disclosure. Despite this, officials state military preparedness and broader intelligence cooperation remain…

The Times of India

'Prepared to reveal new cards on the battlefield': Iran's big warning to US as ceasefire deadline looms

Iran has struck a defiant tone as the ceasefire with the United States nears its deadline, warning it is ready to escalate if talks collapse. Tehran says it will not negotiate under pressure, even as Washington maintains a strict blockade and pushes for a deal.

The Times of India

JD Vance to visit Pakistan on Tuesday for second round of peace talks as ceasefire deadline nears: Report

US Vice President JD Vance is heading to Islamabad for crucial talks with Iran, aiming to avert a looming conflict as a fragile ceasefire nears its end. Washington has warned of renewed bombing if no agreement is reached, though a deadline extension is possible if progress is seen. Iran's participation…

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