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Pakistan steers US-Iran talks toward a cautious restart
world23 hours ago

Pakistan steers US-Iran talks toward a cautious restart

Pakistan hosts proximity talks in Islamabad to keep US-Iran negotiations alive after a Pakistan-mediated two-week ceasefire, aiming for a modest outcome that extends dialogue rather than finalizing a deal. The US team is led by Vice President JD Vance and includes Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner; Iran’s delegation is expected to be led by Abbas Araghchi and Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, with Pakistani mediators shuttling between rooms. While signs point to de-escalation, major sticking points remain over Iran’s nuclear enrichment, sanctions relief, and guarantees related to the Strait of Hormuz, set against broader regional tensions including Lebanon. The goal of the first round is to lay groundwork for continued negotiations rather than a breakthrough.

via Al Jazeera|
#ceasefire#diplomacy#pakistan-mediation
Pakistan steps into the spotlight as US-Iran talks loom
world1 day ago

Pakistan steps into the spotlight as US-Iran talks loom

Pakistan helped broker a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran and is poised to host peace talks in Islamabad, deploying thousands of security personnel as the city braces for negotiations. The diplomacy, led by military chief Asim Munir and backed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, underscores Pakistan’s role as a trusted intermediary among Washington, Tehran and Gulf states. Yet the outcome remains uncertain: if talks fail, Pakistan could face spillover risks across its borders and domestic economic and political strain as regional tensions intensify.

via BBC|
#ceasefire#diplomacy#middleeast
Iran keeps Hormuz closed as Lebanon’s inclusion in ceasefire is disputed
world2 days ago

Iran keeps Hormuz closed as Lebanon’s inclusion in ceasefire is disputed

Iran says the Strait of Hormuz remains closed in response to Israeli strikes on Lebanon, despite a two-week conditional ceasefire with the US that was supposed to reopen it temporarily; Tehran warned ships must obtain permission and could be targeted, while the US says Lebanon was not included in the deal, creating a dispute over the ceasefire’s scope. Macron urged Lebanon’s inclusion for credibility, and Iran’s lawmakers criticized the agreement as violated, underscoring a fragile regional crisis.

via The Guardian|
#ceasefire#iran#lebanon
Two-week US-Iran ceasefire opens path to de-escalation over Hormuz shipping
world2 days ago

Two-week US-Iran ceasefire opens path to de-escalation over Hormuz shipping

The US and Iran agreed to a provisional two-week ceasefire that would allow shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, with Washington saying bombing would pause if Tehran reopens the strait. Iran laid out a 10-point plan calling for regional war cessation, lifting sanctions, release of Iranian assets, and no pursuit of nuclear weapons, while acknowledging potential political gains through negotiations. Israel supports the pause but notes it excludes Lebanon; Pakistan mediates and plans further talks in Islamabad, with various US and regional officials involved. Despite the ceasefire, reports of ongoing strikes and attacks indicate the agreement remains fragile and closely watched by global powers.

via bbc.com|
#ceasefire#lebanon#sanctions
Pakistan Reclaims Role as Global Diplomatic Bridge in US-Iran Tensions
world15 days ago

Pakistan Reclaims Role as Global Diplomatic Bridge in US-Iran Tensions

Pakistan again serves as a key backchannel between Washington and Tehran as the US-Israel war on Iran intensifies, relaying a US 15-point ceasefire proposal with Turkiye and Egypt’s help after US negotiator Steve Witkoff confirmed Pakistan’s messaging role; the move follows a long Pakistani tradition of mediation—from Kissinger’s Beijing backchannel in 1971 to Afghan peace talks and Saudi–Iran outreach—though the ultimate effectiveness of this round remains uncertain as diplomacy continues.

via Al Jazeera|
#backchannel#diplomacy#middle-east
LaGuardia Crash Triggers NTSB Review as U.S.-Iran Talks Take Shape
us-news18 days ago

LaGuardia Crash Triggers NTSB Review as U.S.-Iran Talks Take Shape

A fatal collision at LaGuardia between an Air Canada regional jet and a fire truck kills two pilots and injures others, with the NTSB examining safety and air-traffic control factors; the Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin to lead the DHS amid funding fights; and Pakistan (along with Turkey and Egypt) is emerging as a go-between in U.S.-Iran diplomacy as both sides navigate evolving statements and potential talks.

via NBC News|
#laguardia#mullin#ntsb
Insider-style bets on US-Iran ceasefire draw scrutiny on Polymarket
world18 days ago

Insider-style bets on US-Iran ceasefire draw scrutiny on Polymarket

Eight new Polymarket accounts placed about $70k on a US-Iran ceasefire, with potential payouts near $820k if a deal is announced by March 31. Analysts say wallet-splitting and timing around recent remarks suggest insider knowledge, a pattern seen in other bets and fueling regulatory questions about prediction markets in warfare. Polymarket's odds have risen from 6% to 24% as scrutiny grows, though settlement requires a public ceasefire acknowledgment by both governments.

via The Guardian|
#insider-trading#polymarket#prediction-markets
Footage points to U.S. strike near Iran school
world1 month ago

Footage points to U.S. strike near Iran school

New footage analyzed by Bellingcat suggests a U.S. Tomahawk cruise missile struck a compound near an Iranian school in Minab, supporting claims of U.S. responsibility for the Feb. 28 blast that killed about 165 people; U.S. officials have acknowledged Tomahawk use, and Trump has blamed Iran, though no independent on-site investigation has been conducted.

via AP News|
#bellingcat#iran#school-blast
world1 month ago

Iran Warns Trump: Any Escalation Will Be Met With a Strong Response

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Trump’s push for escalation would trigger a strong, prepared response and criticizes Trump’s misinterpretation of Iran, signaling that Tehran’s de-escalation efforts were derailed. The clash comes after Trump’s harsh remarks about Iran and a prerecorded Iranian leader’s conditional stance against neighbors, with domestic gas prices rising and no immediate White House comment.

via Politico|
#escalation#iran#middle-east
Iran War: Unclear Next Chapter for Regime and Region
world1 month ago

Iran War: Unclear Next Chapter for Regime and Region

An opinion column analyzes a week into the US-led campaign against Iran, noting heavy strikes on leadership and targets, Iran’s broad retaliation, and questions about regime change versus regional stability. It explores succession scenarios for the regime (including Mojtaba Khamenei), the broader strategic risks to the Strait of Hormuz and energy markets, and potential tech shifts like drone-on-drone defense and laser weapons, concluding that the ultimate measure will be whether the outcome benefits the Iranian people.

via Council on Foreign Relations|
#iran#middle-east#military-conflict