- Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, has arrived in St Petersburg for discussions with Vladimir Putin, as reported by IRNA news agency.
- The visit aims to demonstrate a united front between Iran and Russia against Western dominance, according to Iran's envoy in Russia, Kazem Jalali.
- This diplomatic engagement takes place amidst ongoing, yet stalled, talks mediated by Pakistan and Oman to bring the United States and Iran back to negotiations.
- Donald Trump recently cancelled a planned visit by US envoys to Islamabad, stating Iran's proposals were "not enough," though he indicated Iran could initiate negotiations by phone.
- Oil prices hit a near three-week high as hopes of progress on peace talks between the US and Iran were dashed once again.
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