US and Iran enter technical talks to secure peace deal, restart shipping Technical discussions between the U.S. and Iran are underway in Doha, aiming to secure the Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes and a lasting ceasefire. Mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, the talks follow a recent interim accord, though disagreements persist. Iran seeks recognition of its control over the strait and the… The Economic Times · Jul 1
What the World Cup hydration breaks reveal about who governs men’s football Twenty-two minutes into Canada’s group match against Qatar on June 18, the home crowd began to boo. They weren’t questioning a referee decision, nor a move by the opposition, but the mandatory three-minute player break for water. Canada was already cruising to a 6-0 win; the irritation was aimed squarely… The Conversation · Jul 1
Cargo ship 'runs aground' in Strait of Hormuz amid US-Iran peace talks A SHIP has run aground in the Strait of Hormuz after not taking Iran’s approved route through the water, Iranian state television reported. The National (Scotland) · Jul 1
Container ship ‘runs aground in Strait of Hormuz’ Comes as Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were in Doha, Qatar, for talks with mediators The Independent UK · Jul 1
Iran-US war latest: Trump dismisses fears of renewed combat as Qatar cites ‘positive progress’ in deadlocked talks Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff were in Qatar to discuss the state of negotiations with mediators The Independent UK · Jul 1
Iran announces end of indirect talks with US in Doha Iran's deputy foreign minister on Wednesday announced that indirect talks with the US in Doha had concluded. US President Donald Trump said earlier that his negotiators were making progress towards the denuclearisation of Iran following a series of “good meetings”. Read our blog to see how the day's events unfolded. France 24 · Jul 1
Talks in Qatar after US-Iran deal: What we know DOHA - US envoys met with Qatari mediators on Tuesday in Doha to discuss negotiations with Iran, the Gulf state said, after Tehran and Washington agreed a memorandum of understanding this month to halt the Middle East war. Bangkok Post · Jul 1
Trump filing shows he took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year President Trump's crypto ventures reportedly raked in nearly $1.2 billion last year, eclipsing his property empire. While investors faced losses, Trump's businesses saw significant revenue from "governance tokens" and "meme" coins, alongside sales of branded merchandise. Overseas property deals also boomed, with significant income from projects in the UAE, Saudi… The Economic Times · Jul 1
US envoys met with mediators in Qatar, talks with Iran up in the air US envoys met Qatari mediators in Doha on Tuesday for discussions on negotiations with Iran, even as both Tehran and Doha dismissed President Donald Trump's suggestion that direct US – Iran talks were taking place. The meetings come as both sides seek to implement a memorandum of understanding aimed at… France 24 · Jun 30
Tehran reveals plans for future peace talks with US as envoys arrive in Qatar IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 30
US envoys Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner meeting mediators in Doha US envoys, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are in Doha for talks with Qatari mediators concerning regional issues, notably Iran, Lebanon, and the ongoing Middle East conflict. While discussions will touch upon Iran, direct high-level negotiations between the US and Iran are not scheduled. Technical delegations are present to… The Economic Times · Jun 30
'No direct US-Iran talks': Top US envoys reach Doha for Qatar-mediated negotiations In Doha, US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner engaged with Qatari mediators to discuss Iran negotiations. They learned from both Qatar and Iran that no direct meetings would take place between US and Iranian officials, contradicting President Trump's earlier assertions. Instead, the conversations, organized by Qatar, will prioritize implementing… The Times of India · Jun 30
'Hands off' Strait of Hormuz: Iran says foreign intervention will 'only complicate issues' Iran has confidently declared its readiness to maintain order in the Strait of Hormuz, insisting that foreign intervention is unnecessary and could destabilize the region. Furthermore, discussions with the US, arranged by Qatar, are expected to focus on the existing interim agreement rather than on new negotiations for a final… The Times of India · Jun 30
The Independent UK · Jun 30 U.S. envoys arrive in Qatar for meetings on Iran amid tensions following weekend attacks U.S. envoys arrived in Qatar for meetings with mediators working to negotiate an end to the war with Iran
Euronews · Jun 30 US envoys Witkoff and Kushner land in Qatar for fresh Iran war talks Qatar said Trump's envoys arrived on Tuesday to meet mediators on "all regional issues," as Tehran confirmed sending its own delegation to Doha this week but denied agreeing to meet US counterparts "at any level". The visit follows four days of strikes in the Strait of Hormuz that paused on…
The Independent UK · Jun 30 Trump envoys sent to Qatar for peace talks – but Iran says they’re not happening IN FULL
Euronews · Jun 30 Europe Today: Serbia heads for elections as EU-China trade tensions grow US and Iranian delegations return to Qatar for fresh talks as Brussels and Beijing work to resolve key trade disputes. Meanwhile, Serbia prepares for early elections after President Aleksandar Vučić announced his resignation.
International Business Times UK · Jun 30 Iran Calls Out Trump: 'No Direct Meetings' in Qatar Amid Ceasefire Tensions Iran denies US meeting claims as both nations prepare for Doha talks amid ceasefire tensions and ongoing disputes over the Strait of Hormuz
The Independent UK · Jun 30 Iran-US war latest: Vance says US in ‘great position’ even if talks fail in Qatar Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff will discuss the state of negotiations with mediators
France 24 · Jun 30 Iran prioritises diplomacy with US but remains ‘prepared for war’, top negotiator says Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Tuesday said that Iran was pursuing dialogue with the United States, but remained ready for war if the “dialogue is not implemented”. Representatives from Washington and Tehran are in Qatar for indirect talks about implementing the initial deal to end the US-Israeli war…
The Economic Times · Jun 30 Trump to make first flight on Qatar-gifted jet this week President Trump is set to fly on a new Air Force One, a Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar, for a trip to North Dakota this Wednesday. This move, however, has sparked significant ethical and constitutional debate, with critics questioning the acceptance of such a valuable present from a foreign nation.…
France 24 · Jun 29 Trump says Iran requested Doha meeting as Tehran denies direct US talks US President Donald Trump said on Monday Iran had requested a meeting in Doha on Tuesday, despite Tehran denying direct negotiations with Washington. Trump said the talks would occur in Qatar, while the White House said US envoy Steve Witkoff and adviser Jared Kushner would travel there for high-level meetings.
Euronews · Jun 29 Iran says delegation to visit Qatar this week but insists no negotiations scheduled with the US Tehran confirmed a delegation would travel to Doha to discuss the implementation of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) amid conflicting signals from Washington over the nature and timing of the talks.
The Times of India · Jun 29 'No negotiation at any level': Iran refutes Donald Trump's claim of planned US talks in Doha Iran has denied any upcoming negotiations with the US, contradicting President Trump's claims of a meeting in Qatar. While both nations reportedly agreed to halt counter-strikes following recent escalations around the Strait of Hormuz, Tehran clarified that an expert delegation will visit Doha solely to discuss the implementation of a…