Iran negotiations

Pakistan army chief to visit Tehran in continuation of mediation role between US, Iran

Baghaei said the visit was in continuation of Pakistan's efforts to strengthen peace and security in the region.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian meets with chief of Defense Forces of Pakistan, Field Marshal Asim Munir, in Tehran, in May.
US President Donald Trump boards Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, US, August 7, 2026

Trump: US ‘only semi-negotiating’ with Iran, observing impact of economic pressure - report

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks during a cabinet meeting at Camp David in Thurmont, Maryland, US, July 31, 2026.

US, Iran, Oman edge closer to deal that could temporarily reopen Strait of Hormuz - report

US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to Michigan, US, July 27, 2026.

Trump’s Iran dilemma becomes battle for US public opinion as his approval hits all-time low


Iran's Khamenei hidden behind 'labyrinth' of couriers, US intelligence reveals - report

According to US intelligence, Khamenei is only reachable through a "labyrinth" of couriers, causing difficulties and delays during the ongoing negotiations between the US and Iran, officials said.

A man walks next to a poster with a picture of Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei in Tehran, Iran, March 22, 2026

Can the Middle East handle the endless rollercoaster between Iran, US, and Israel - analysis

The Middle East has already gone through decades of conflict and crisis, but in this case, many countries seem to think that the US and Israel are driving uncertainty.

Iran and Iraq map. Ilustration.

US, Iran close to agreeing on 60-day extension of ceasefire, response expected by Sunday - report

The Strait of Hormuz has been a key issue raised by both the US and Iran after each country imposed closures and blockades of the waterway.

Iranian, American flags against backdrop of Iranian nuclear site. (illustration)

Netanyahu 'sidelined' by Trump, has little control over Iran decisions - report

Citing two unnamed Israeli defense officials, the NYT said that Israel is "almost entirely out of the loop" in talks between the United States and Iran.

 L to R: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump. (illustration)

Trump says there's a 50/50 chance of signing deal as US, Iran reportedly near ceasefire extension

US response to Iran proposal expected by Sunday • Iran's top negotiator Ghalibaf meets Pakistani Army Chief • No deal in sight if US insists on discussing nuclear issue, Iranian FM spokesperson says

Iranian Americans and supporters of the National Council of Resistance of Iran take part in a march passing in front of the US Department of Labor building with a banner with the image of U.S. President Donald Trump, in Washington, DC, US, May 16, 2026.

Iran, Oman negotiate possible tolls system for Strait of Hormuz even as US warns against it - NYT

Iran has recently created the "Persian Gulf Strait Authority," an organization from the Islamic regime that aims to govern the international waterway.

An Iranian flag flutters in the wind as ships remain anchored in the Strait of Hormuz on May 16. Negotiations between the US and Iran over opening this critical waterway have largely stalled.

Trump cancels trip to son's wedding, returns to Washington amid key moment on Iran negotiations

Trump said that he "very much wanted to be with my son, Don Jr.," but couldn't because of undisclosed circumstances that required him to stay in the White House.

US President Donald Trump speaks to the press aboard Air Force One enroute to the U.S. following his official visit with President Xi Jinping in China, May 15, 2026.

Trump 'seriously considering resuming war' after latest Iranian proposal - report

CNN reported that the latest Iranian proposal, which Trump called "unacceptable," is pushing Trump into believing he must resume the war against the regime.

US President Donald Trump attends a Mother’s Day reception for Gold Star mothers.

US issues new sanctions over Iran's oil shipments to China as part of Economic Fury

The State Department also announced a reward of up to $15 million for information leading to the disruption of the financial mechanisms of the IRGC.

Oil tankers pass through the Strait of Hormuz, December 21, 2018.

Trump debates restarting Project Freedom as US, Iran at impasse over peace deal

Trump calls latest Iranian proposal 'unacceptable,' • Trump vetoed Kurdish uprising despite comments • Three soldiers wounded after exploding drone strike in southern Lebanon

US President Donald Trump, joined by members of his administration and healthcare industry professionals, answers a reporters question during an event on maternal healthcare in the Oval Office of the White House on May 11, 2026 in Washington, DC.