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‘Pakistan remains committed’: Shehbaz Sharif after second round of US-Iran talks not held

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday said he spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian after Islamabad’s attempt to broker a second round of talks between the United States and Iran fell through.

The Times of India

Irani Won't Meet Directly With U.S. Officials In Pakistan, FM Spokesperson Says

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has met with Pakistani leaders on Saturday but won't engage with U.S. negotiators, according to his spokesperson.

International Business Times

Uncertainty clouds US-Iran talks as Iran’s top diplomat arrives in Pakistan

JD Vance who led first round of talks remains absent - but on ‘stand by’

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Trump cancels US negotiators' trip to Pakistan for Iran talks as Araghchi departs Islamabad

US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were expected to arrive in Pakistan on Saturday to conduct a second round of peace talks between the US and Iran.

Euronews

The Latest: Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran's foreign minister

The White House says President Donald Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan to take part in a new round of talks with Iran

The Independent UK

‘Ceasefire not open-ended’: Trump gives Iran ‘another three to five days’ to come up with unified proposal

President Trump has reportedly given Iran a narrow three-to-five-day window to present a unified negotiation proposal. This limited ceasefire extension, requested by Pakistani leaders, aims to push Tehran to consolidate its position before Washington determines its next steps. The White House also announced Vice President Vance's trip to Pakistan for…

The Times of India

Iran seizes two cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz after three vessels fired on

The tanker seizures come after US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran was being indefinitely extended at the request of mediator Pakistan.

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‘No deal if Hormuz reopens’: Trump extends ceasefire, claims Iran losing $500 million a day

President Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran, maintaining a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. He stated Iran is suffering significant financial losses and must present a unified proposal for talks to advance. This decision followed a request from Pakistan's military chief and Prime Minister.

The Times of India

Pakistan seeks to raise its global standing in push for Middle East peace

Islamabad has seized chance to act as mediator in Iran war and hopes to reap diplomatic and economic benefits

The Guardian - UK

'Blockade of Iran ports hurdle to peace talks': Pak army chief Asim Munir tells Trump; how US prez reacted

Pakistan Field Marshal Asim Munir has told US President Donald Trump that the blockade of Iranian ports is a major hurdle to reviving talks with Tehran, a Pakistani security source told news agency Reuters. As per the report Trump said that he would “consider” the Pakistani Field Marshal's advice.

The Times of India

‘Betrayed diplomacy’: Iran President Pezeshkian flags US 'bullying' in call to Pak PM Sharif

Iran's President Pezeshkian rejected a second round of US peace talks, citing "bullying" and "unreasonable behaviour" during negotiations. He warned of increased suspicion and potential "betrayal of diplomacy" due to US actions and rhetoric. Tehran blamed Washington for excessive demands and "constant contradictions," highlighting ongoing naval incidents as obstacles to…

The Times of India

'Red flag': US intel flags Pakistan army chief Asim Munir as risk for Trump admin, says report

US intelligence reportedly views Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir as a potential liability for the Trump administration due to his alleged ties to Iran's military. Despite Trump's praise, officials warn Munir's mediation role between Iran and the US amid Middle East tensions could compromise American interests, citing Pakistan's history as…

The Times of India

Scoop: Trump convenes Iran situation room meeting amid renewed Hormuz crisis

The situation with Iran is at a critical point, with the ceasefire expected to expire in three days.

Axios

The Latest: Iran says it has closed Hormuz again over US blockade

Iran has reversed course on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, warning that it would continue to block transit as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remained in effect

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Next round of US-Iran peace talks expected to begin from Monday - what we know so far

Second round of US-Iran talks to ease Middle East tensions is expected in Islamabad, with Pakistan offering full support. Pakistani Army Chief met Iranian Parliament Speaker as diplomatic efforts intensified. US President Trump indicated he might visit Pakistan if a deal is finalized.

The Guardian - UK

How Pakistan’s army chief became an unlikely peacemaker in the Iran war

Trump’s ‘favourite field marshal’ has been a key figure in mediation efforts and now much rides for Asim Munir on the success of talks

The Times of India

Israel-Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire: What it means for Iran-US peace talks

US President Donald Trump has brokered a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, inviting both leaders to the White House for crucial talks. This move aims to de-escalate regional tensions after months of heightened conflict. While battlefield clashes with Iran have eased, economic and strategic pressures persist, particularly around the…

Euronews

Pakistan PM Sharif visits Doha as regional mediation gathers pace for US–Iran talks

With the fragile ceasefire holding and signs of de-escalation emerging, Pakistan’s mediation efforts to revive US–Iran talks are gathering pace, reflecting a broader push to contain tensions across the Middle East.

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The Independent UK

Why Pakistan’s army chief will mediate US-Iran peace talks

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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

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

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 Times of India

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

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 Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: president hints at second round of talks with Iran as temporary ceasefire ticks down

Collapse of weekend negotiations prompted Trump to impose a blockade on Iranian ports – key US politics stories from 14 April at a glance

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