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Iran's top leadership under strain as ex-negotiator claims secret directives from supreme leader
world19 days ago

Iran's top leadership under strain as ex-negotiator claims secret directives from supreme leader

A former Iranian negotiator, Mahmoud Nabavian, claims to have seen secret correspondence from Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei that allegedly overruled or constrained the government’s negotiating team. The interview on state TV was cut short, and Nabavian faces potential legal action, amid broader tensions between hardliners and centrists. Nabavian’s account describes 11 conditions for continuing talks, including compensation from the US, retaining uranium enrichment rights, sanctions relief, releasing frozen assets, and control over the Hormuz Strait. The episode suggests the supreme leader is taking a hands-on approach to negotiations, with the broadcaster resigning staff and officials disputing the claims as old or illegal.

Lebanon Conflict Stalls Iran-US Nuclear Talks Over Ceasefire Demand
world22 days ago

Lebanon Conflict Stalls Iran-US Nuclear Talks Over Ceasefire Demand

Iran delayed the start of negotiations with the United States on a permanent nuclear deal as fighting intensified in southern Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah, postponing talks that were to take place in Switzerland. Iran insisted on a ceasefire in Lebanon as part of the interim peace deal, and did not send a delegation; the US had planned to be represented by Vice President JD Vance but did not travel. There is no new date yet for talks, a setback to Trump’s efforts to end the war and curb Tehran’s nuclear program, while broader regional tensions and Hormuz Strait dynamics continue to loom over energy markets.

60-Day Toll-Free Hormuz Window Highlights Post-Deal Disagreement
world26 days ago

60-Day Toll-Free Hormuz Window Highlights Post-Deal Disagreement

US and Iran say the Strait of Hormuz will be toll-free for 60 days to kick off negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program, but post-window tolls are disputed: Iran reportedly plans to charge for navigation after 60 days while the US seeks permanent toll-free access; with the full text not released yet, analysts warn this isn’t a game-changing breakthrough, though energy markets have rallied on the optimistic outlook.

Trump weighs 60-day Iran ceasefire extension as talks resume
world1 month ago

Trump weighs 60-day Iran ceasefire extension as talks resume

President Trump is in a White House Situation Room meeting to make a final determination on extending Iran’s ceasefire, with reports of a tentative 60-day extension and renewed nuclear talks; the live updates also cover Pam Bondi’s Epstein-file deposition, renewed U.S.-Pakistan diplomacy, and a federal judge temporarily blocking payouts from Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund, among other political and legal developments.

New Iran ceasefire terms push to reopen Hormuz and unlock oil sales
world1 month ago

New Iran ceasefire terms push to reopen Hormuz and unlock oil sales

Trump says a memorandum of understanding to end the US-Israel war on Iran is largely negotiated, outlining a 60‑day ceasefire during which the Strait of Hormuz would be opened, Iran could freely sell oil, and talks on limiting Iran’s nuclear program would take place; the US would lift its blockade on Iranian ports and some Iranian assets would be unfrozen, with mines removed from the strait and no tolls for ships. Hostilities would reportedly halt on all fronts, though crucial details remain unclear and Tehran’s control of Hormuz is disputed by Iranian media; the potential handover of enriched uranium and other issues like ballistic missiles are not currently included in the preliminary outline.

Mediators edge toward 60-day US-Iran ceasefire, setting stage for nuclear talks
world1 month ago

Mediators edge toward 60-day US-Iran ceasefire, setting stage for nuclear talks

Mediators say they are close to a 60-day extension of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire and a framework for nuclear talks, with provisions for a gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, discussions on Iran’s enriched uranium, eased sanctions, and phased unfreezing of Tehran’s overseas assets; Trump is evaluating the draft deal and could decide soon as negotiations continue amid broader regional energy tensions.

Iran weighs U.S. reply to 14-point peace plan as tensions persist
world2 months ago

Iran weighs U.S. reply to 14-point peace plan as tensions persist

Iran said it received a U.S. response to its 14-point peace proposal via Pakistan and is reviewing it, with Trump signaling possible rejection; Tehran wants to shelve nuclear talks until after the war and the shipping blockade ends, while Washington demands concessions on its nuclear program, all amid ongoing fighting and regional spillovers including Israel-Lebanon tensions that could complicate diplomacy.

Iranian proposal seeks to reopen Hormuz, lift blockade, delay nuclear talks
world2 months ago

Iranian proposal seeks to reopen Hormuz, lift blockade, delay nuclear talks

Iranian officials say Tehran’s proposal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the U.S. blockade while deferring major nuclear talks to a later stage, setting a framework where sanctions relief comes in exchange for limits on Iran’s nuclear program; Trump says he’s not satisfied with the plan and prefers a diplomatic path over military action, as domestic pressure to secure Hormuz and stabilize energy markets grows amid ongoing tensions.

world2 months ago

Iran warns US conflict could flare up after Trump's rejection of Tehran proposal

An Iranian official says a renewed US-Iran conflict is likely after President Trump rejected Tehran's latest proposal, which would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and pause nuclear talks to allow a broader deal. Trump offered no public specifics, and Washington maintains it won’t end the war without curbs on Iran’s nuclear program, keeping the risk of renewed hostilities and energy disruptions.

Iran broadens push for Hormuz deal, stalls nuclear talks to win regional support
world2 months ago

Iran broadens push for Hormuz deal, stalls nuclear talks to win regional support

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is on a rapid regional mission—visiting Pakistan, Oman, and Russia—to press a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz while deferring nuclear negotiations with the United States to a later phase, in an effort to build broader regional backing. The proposal, relayed through Pakistan, has drawn guarded responses in Washington, with no public confirmation of its contents, as diplomacy unfolds amid regional tensions and looming deadlines.

Mediators press renewed US-Iran talks as ceasefire deadline nears
world2 months ago

Mediators press renewed US-Iran talks as ceasefire deadline nears

Pakistani, Egyptian and Turkish mediators push Washington and Tehran to narrow remaining gaps—particularly on uranium enrichment and access to unfrozen funds—with the aim of a new round of negotiations before the ceasefire ends on April 21. Iran signals progress and the Islamabad talks laid groundwork for diplomacy, while the US warns of possible strikes or a naval blockade if Iran resists. Vice President JD Vance led the talks and left the door open to a deal if both sides compromise.