Pakistan’s foreign ministry says a range of issues, including nuclear-related matters, are being discussed between the two sides
White House official says further talks will likely be held in Islamabad and expresses optimism about a deal.
Iranian military adviser questions whether Trump should act as the Strait of Hormuz’s 'police', asking if that is truly the role of a US military
Sanctions target oil transport by penalizing over two dozen individuals, companies, and ships in a petroleum shipping network
Iran’s president asks what justification exists under international law for targeting civilians and destroying schools, hospitals and other vital infrastructure
Indian paper reports the explosion likely occurred after a pipeline burst, releasing 'superheated steam' onto people having lunch at the time
Official trip running until April 18 comes amid sensitive regional moment as Pakistan steps up diplomacy around potential US-Iran talks
Lavrov says Russia-China ties are stabilising global affairs and increasingly important for 'global majority' seeking stability
US president says pulling out now would set Iran back 20 years, adds the U.S. is “not finished” and believes Tehran is eager to strike a deal
Russian FM meets Wang Yi, flags risks in East Asia and plans talks between Putin and Xi
BBC found 331 children at THQ Taunsa HIV-positive, with few parents infected, suggesting non-familial transmission, as cases continue after March 2025
Pakistani officials say Islamabad is their preferred venue, though no final decision has been made yet
Tracking data indicates that vessel Rich Starry became the first to pass through the strait and exit the Gulf since blockade began
Chinese president says sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of Gulf countries in Middle East should be sincerely respected
Hezbollah leader calls US-mediated Israel-Lebanon talks 'futile' and urges scrapping them as Marco Rubio hosts the meeting with ambassadors
Wall Street Journal reports that the 20-year pause would come alongside sanctions relief
Iran’s envoy says the maritime blockade is also unlawful breach of fundamental principles of international law of the sea
Foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun says China opposes 'baseless smears or malicious association'
Iran’s military says if security of its ports in Persian Gulf and Arabian Sea is threatened, no port in the region will be safe
Prolonged talks risk undermining Trump’s 'no cards' claim, while escalation could endanger US forces and alienate voters amid rising fuel prices ahead of midterms
