Pakistan
The art of no deal: Nuclear mistrust sinks Vance Mission
High-stakes diplomatic talks between U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance and Iran in Pakistan concluded without an agreement, deepening uncertainty over a Gulf ceasefire. Vance acknowledged the failure, stating Iran rejected Washington's "final and best offer," while Iran cited U.S. unwillingness to recognize its "legitimate rights and interests."
The Times of India
5 min read
Middle East crisis live: Vance leaves Pakistan as historic peace talks with Iran break down
US and Iranian delegations fail to reach common ground after 21 hours of negotiations, with both sides blaming the other for unreasonable demands
The Guardian - AU
6 min read
'Unlawful requests': Iran hits out at US after Islamabad talks fail, cites ‘breach of promises’
High-stakes talks between Iran and the US in Islamabad concluded without an agreement, with Tehran accusing Washington of "breaches of promise" and "excessive demands." Key issues like the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program remained unresolved. Despite the setback, Iran indicated potential for future negotiations, thanking Pakistan for its…
The Times of India
4 min read
JD Vance and US delegation leave Pakistan after failing to reach deal with Iran
US vice-president cites shortcomings in peace talks, saying Iran chose not to accept American terms including to not build nuclear weapons
The Guardian - AU
4 min read
'Came here in good faith but ... ': JD Vance on why Iran peace talks failed
US Vice President JD Vance said peace talks with Iran in Pakistan had failed, adding that the American delegation would now return home after marathon negotiations ended without a deal. Speaking in Islamabad after more than 20 hours of discussions, Vance said the US had entered the talks “in good…
The Times of India
3 min read
'Going to have big problems': Donald Trump warns China on reports of weapons shipments to Iran
Donald Trump asserted US military dominance over Iran, claiming to have dismantled its capabilities and warning China against supplying weapons. Despite ongoing peace talks mediated by Pakistan, Trump declared victory regardless of a deal, emphasizing America's win and control over key shipping routes.
The Times of India
2 min read
Trump says it makes ‘no difference’ to him if Iran and US reach deal
Donald Trump said it made “no difference” to him whether a deal is reached with Iran, as peace talks continue in Pakistan.
The Independent UK
1 min read
Iran hits out at ‘excessive’ US demands amid peace talks
Iran has criticized what it calls "excessive" US peace demands ahead of a second round of talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, aimed at extending a fragile ceasefire. The current negotiations are considered a "last opportunity" to establish a common framework following six weeks of bloody conflict. The US delegation is led…
The Independent UK
1 min read
Vance-led team lands in Pak’s Nur Khan base, same air hub targeted by India during Op Sindoor
US Vice President JD Vance and an Iranian delegation arrived at Pakistan's Nur Khan airbase for peace talks. This base, a key Pakistani military hub, was reportedly targeted by Indian missile strikes last May. The US delegation's choice of the airbase highlights its strategic importance and proximity to Islamabad, despite…
The Times of India
2 min read
US-Iran peace talks begin in Pakistan as warships enter Strait of Hormuz
Negotiations in Islamabad are the first direct US-Iranian meeting in over 10 years and the highest-level discussions since 1979
The Independent UK
5 min read
