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US positive on Iran deal but talks still uncertain as ceasefire end nears

US positive on Iran deal but talks still uncertain as ceasefire end nears

By Steve Holland, Enas Alashray and Mubasher Bukhari WASHINGTON/CAIRO/ISLAMABAD, April 21 (Reuters) - The United States expressed confidence that peace talks with Iran would go ahead in Pakistan and a senior Iranian official said Tehran was considering joining, but significant hurdles and
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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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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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Iran and U.S. Struggle to Reach Agreement as Strait of Hormuz Remains a Sticking Point

Iran and U.S. Struggle to Reach Agreement as Strait of Hormuz Remains a Sticking Point

Negotiations between Iran and the United States have made some progress, but significant challenges remain, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program. Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for attempting to deprive Iran of its nuclear rights. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps has reimposed restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz, citing the U.S. naval blockade as a provocation. Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, emphasized that Tehran is prepared for potential hostilities if the U.S. resumes aggressive actions. The situation is tense as the ceasefire is set to expire soon.
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US Navy seizes an Iranian-flagged ship near Strait of Hormuz and Tehran vows swift response

US Navy seizes an Iranian-flagged ship near Strait of Hormuz and Tehran vows swift response

The U.S. says it has attacked and seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz that tried to get around its blockade of Iranian ports
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U.S. Negotiators to Engage in Talks with Iran in Pakistan Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions

U.S. Negotiators to Engage in Talks with Iran in Pakistan Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions

President Trump announced that U.S. negotiators will travel to Pakistan for another round of talks with Iran, aiming to extend a fragile ceasefire that is set to expire soon. The discussions are part of ongoing efforts to resolve tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil trade. Iran has not confirmed the talks but has indicated a willingness to continue diplomatic efforts. The U.S. delegation, led by Vice President JD Vance, will include envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Security measures in Islamabad have been heightened in preparation for the talks. The situation remains tense as Iran has threatened to maintain control over the strait until the conflict ends, while the U.S. has imposed a blockade on ships heading to and from Iranian ports.
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Trump: New deal with Iran will be better than old one

Trump: New deal with Iran will be better than old one

WASHINGTON, April 20 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Monday he believed a nuclear deal the U.S. is currently negotiating with Iran will be better than a 2015 international agreement to curb Tehran's nuclear program.
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President Trump's Social Media Tactics Risk Undermining Iran Peace Talks

President Trump's Social Media Tactics Risk Undermining Iran Peace Talks

President Trump is actively engaging in negotiations concerning peace talks with Iran, utilizing his social media platform, Truth Social, to communicate his strategies and claims. Recently, Trump announced that Iran had agreed to U.S. demands, including handing over nuclear stocks and halting support for terror groups. However, these claims were refuted by Tehran, leading to increased tensions. Trump's approach, characterized by frequent online outbursts and contradictory statements, has raised concerns about his credibility and the effectiveness of his negotiation tactics. His public commentary has been criticized for potentially undermining the delicate nature of the talks, which are set to occur in Pakistan between U.S. and Iranian negotiators.
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Pakistan presses ahead with preparations for Iran-US talks even with Tehran's participation unclear

Pakistan presses ahead with preparations for Iran-US talks even with Tehran's participation unclear

Pakistan is pressing ahead with the groundwork for a second round of talks between Iran and the United States in Islamabad
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Iranian Official Rejects U.S. Demands, Stalling Nuclear Talks

Iranian Official Rejects U.S. Demands, Stalling Nuclear Talks

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh announced that Iran is not ready to engage in new face-to-face talks with the United States due to what he described as 'maximalist' demands from Washington. In an interview at a diplomacy forum in Turkey, Khatibzadeh emphasized that Iran will not hand over its enriched uranium to the U.S., countering claims by President Trump. The U.S. has been firm on its demands, which Iran finds excessive, leading to a stalemate in negotiations. The discussions are part of ongoing efforts to address concerns over Iran's nuclear capabilities, with the U.S. seeking to retrieve enriched uranium believed to be stored in Iran.
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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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President Trump Convenes Situation Room Meeting Amid Iran Tensions and Ceasefire Expiry

President Trump Convenes Situation Room Meeting Amid Iran Tensions and Ceasefire Expiry

President Donald Trump held a Situation Room meeting on Saturday morning to address escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing nuclear negotiations with Iran. According to Axios, the meeting was prompted by Iran's recent threats to the strategic shipping corridor and attacks on vessels in the region. The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is nearing its expiration, with no confirmed timeline for further negotiations. The meeting included key administration figures such as Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. Diplomatic efforts are ongoing, with Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir facilitating talks in Tehran. Iran's Supreme National Security Council is reviewing updated U.S. proposals, though no response has been issued yet. President Trump has accused Iran of testing limits and warned against blackmail, while expressing hope for progress in the discussions.