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Analysis-Allies fear a rushed US–Iran framework deal could backfire, leaving technical deadlock

Analysis-Allies fear a rushed US–Iran framework deal could backfire, leaving technical deadlock

By John Irish and Parisa Hafezi PARIS/DUBAI, April 19 (Reuters) - European allies fear an inexperienced U.S. negotiating team is pushing for a swift, headline‑grabbing framework deal with Iran that could entrench rather than resolve deeper problems, diplomats with past experience dealing with Tehran
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The Latest: Trump says US Navy seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship

The Latest: Trump says US Navy seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship

President Donald Trump said the U.S. seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship that tried to get around its naval blockade near the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday
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Trump, Iran cite progress in talks as uncertainty hangs over Strait

Trump, Iran cite progress in talks as uncertainty hangs over Strait

By Trevor Hunnicutt, Ariba Shahid and Muhammad Al Gebaly WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD, April 19 - Iran's top negotiator said recent talks with the U.S. had made progress but gaps remained over nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz, while President Donald Trump cited "very good conversations" with Tehran
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The Latest: US Navy seizes an Iranian-flagged cargo ship and Tehran vows swift response

The Latest: US Navy seizes an Iranian-flagged cargo ship and Tehran vows swift response

President Donald Trump said the U.S. seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship that tried to get around its naval blockade near the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday
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Column-Amid Middle East chaos, China changes tactics on Taiwan and Japan

Column-Amid Middle East chaos, China changes tactics on Taiwan and Japan

By Peter Apps April 17 (Reuters) - As U.S.
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The Latest: Trump says talks to resume as shipping standoff escalates.

The Latest: Trump says talks to resume as shipping standoff escalates.

Trump said US negotiators will be in Pakistan on Monday for round 2 of talks with Iran
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World weighs fate of Mideast ceasefire after US seizes Iranian cargo ship

World weighs fate of Mideast ceasefire after US seizes Iranian cargo ship

By Daphne Psaledakis and Hatem Maher WASHINGTON/CAIRO, April 20 (Reuters) - Concerns grew on Monday that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran might not hold after the U.S. said it had seized an Iranian cargo ship that tried to run its blockade and Iran vowed to retaliate.
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The Latest: Pakistan prepares for upcoming peace talks despite US seizure of Iranian cargo ship

The Latest: Pakistan prepares for upcoming peace talks despite US seizure of Iranian cargo ship

The U.S. Navy's seizure of an Iranian-flagged cargo ship has cast doubt on President Donald Trump's announcement of a second round of talks with Iran
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China Considers Taking Iran's Enriched Uranium Amid U.S. Negotiations

China Considers Taking Iran's Enriched Uranium Amid U.S. Negotiations

China has expressed willingness to take custody of or downgrade approximately 970 pounds of enriched uranium from Iran, as part of ongoing negotiations led by President Trump to end the conflict involving Iran. This development comes as the Trump administration seeks to have Iran's uranium stockpile removed to prevent further escalation. The uranium is currently believed to be stored beneath nuclear facilities that were damaged during U.S. airstrikes. While President Trump favors the U.S. taking possession of the uranium, China's involvement could reshape nuclear diplomacy by offering a potential path forward for both Washington and Tehran. This move mirrors past international nuclear agreements, such as the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, where Iran shipped low-enriched uranium to Russia.
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Trump says he has 'good news' on Iran, no clarity on peace deal

Trump says he has 'good news' on Iran, no clarity on peace deal

By Trevor Hunnicutt and Ariba Shahid WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD, April 18 (Reuters) - U.S.
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Analysis-The Iran war has revealed Trump's pressure point: the economy

Analysis-The Iran war has revealed Trump's pressure point: the economy

By Matt Spetalnick and David Brunnstrom WASHINGTON, April 18 (Reuters) - Seven weeks of war have failed to topple Iran’s theocratic rulers or force them to meet all of President Donald Trump's demands, but for U.S. adversaries and allies it has cast a spotlight on one of his central vulnerabilities:
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Trump says Israel barred from bombing Lebanon: 'Enough is enough'

Trump says Israel barred from bombing Lebanon: 'Enough is enough'

By Bhargav Acharya and Katharine Jackson WASHINGTON, April 17 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said the United States has barred Israel from further bombing in Lebanon, striking an unusually harsh tone with the longtime U.S. ally while stressing that any U.S. deal with Iran is not linked to the