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Growing number of Islamabad residents are weary of the mounting personal and economic costs imposed by stringent security measures

Twice in recent days, White House has been forced to correct statements made by US president during calls

Iranian minister says about 85 percent of agricultural products and basic goods are produced domestically, ensuring food security

British minister says focus is on turning consensus into a plan to protect Strait navigation and secure a lasting ceasefire

Iranian envoy says US conduct resembles piracy and dangerously escalates risks to vital shipping lanes

Expert says Afghans are likely to refuse relocation to the African country amid its own refugee crisis and ongoing conflict linked to Rwanda

US president says Iran wants Strait of Hormuz open to 'avoid $500 million daily losses', claims it only talks of closure due to US blockade

Shehbaz Sharif urges talks as Trump awaits Iran proposal, warns truce may not last

Ceasefire future uncertain as Washington pushes for talks, Tehran resists pressure

US president says he remains hopeful of a 'fair deal' that allows Iran to rebuild while permanently blocking any path to nuclear weapons

US President says Operation Midnight Hammer 'completely and totally obliterated' Iran’s 'nuclear dust' sites

Talks will take place at the State Department in Washington, again at the level of ambassadors.

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson says US claims diplomacy but its actions do not show seriousness in pursuing diplomatic process

Analyst says the deal is nearly done, adding the army chief is the only figure who can convince Iranians due to the trust he commands

IRIB says Iran has no plans to attend the next Iran-US talks, while Trump says a US destroyer damages a sanctioned Iranian cargo ship trying to breach the naval blockade