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Iran shuts door on US peace talks, insists Hormuz stays under its control

Iran has refused to meet with top US envoys, casting doubt on peace prospects. Disagreements persist over a ceasefire and terms for lifting the Strait of Hormuz blockade. While shipping has partially resumed, Iran insists on controlling traffic and imposing tolls, a stance the US opposes. The conflict's impact on…

The Economic Times

US envoys met with mediators in Qatar, talks with Iran up in the air

US envoys met Qatari mediators in Doha on Tuesday for discussions on negotiations with Iran, even as both Tehran and Doha dismissed President Donald Trump's suggestion that direct US – Iran talks were taking place. The meetings come as both sides seek to implement a memorandum of understanding aimed at…

France 24

US envoys Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner meeting mediators in Doha

US envoys, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are in Doha for talks with Qatari mediators concerning regional issues, notably Iran, Lebanon, and the ongoing Middle East conflict. While discussions will touch upon Iran, direct high-level negotiations between the US and Iran are not scheduled. Technical delegations are present to…

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'No direct US-Iran talks': Top US envoys reach Doha for Qatar-mediated negotiations

In Doha, US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner engaged with Qatari mediators to discuss Iran negotiations. They learned from both Qatar and Iran that no direct meetings would take place between US and Iranian officials, contradicting President Trump's earlier assertions. Instead, the conversations, organized by Qatar, will prioritize implementing…

The Times of India

US envoys Witkoff and Kushner land in Qatar for fresh Iran war talks

Qatar said Trump's envoys arrived on Tuesday to meet mediators on "all regional issues," as Tehran confirmed sending its own delegation to Doha this week but denied agreeing to meet US counterparts "at any level". The visit follows four days of strikes in the Strait of Hormuz that paused on…

Euronews

Iran-US war latest: Vance says US in ‘great position’ even if talks fail in Qatar

Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff will discuss the state of negotiations with mediators

The Independent UK

Iran prioritises diplomacy with US but remains ‘prepared for war’, top negotiator says

Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Tuesday said that Iran was pursuing dialogue with the United States, but remained ready for war if the “dialogue is not implemented”. Representatives from Washington and Tehran are in Qatar for indirect talks about implementing the initial deal to end the US-Israeli war…

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US and Iran negotiators head to Doha, but meeting uncertain

Doha is set to host crucial talks between Iran and the U.S. this week, though Tehran denies any scheduled meetings with American officials. Weekend missile exchanges tested a fragile ceasefire, disrupting global oil flows. The U.S. delegation, led by Jared Kushner, aims to address the conflict, while Iran insists on…

The Economic Times

Trump says Iran requested Doha meeting as Tehran denies direct US talks

US President Donald Trump said on Monday Iran had requested a meeting in Doha on Tuesday, despite Tehran denying direct negotiations with Washington. Trump said the talks would occur in Qatar, while the White House said US envoy Steve Witkoff and adviser Jared Kushner would travel there for high-level meetings.

France 24

The sun king of Mar-a-Lago

Donald Trump's second term is characterized by an unprecedented belief in his own power, drawing parallels to historical autocrats. A new book reveals his focus on legacy, a disregard for moral distinctions, and a willingness to push the boundaries of executive authority. He reportedly enjoys manipulating those around him, even…

The Times of India

'Cluster F**k': President Trump's Shouting Match With Republican Senators Boils Over

President Trump reportedly clashed with Sen. Bill Cassidy over Iran policy during a heated GOP meeting. Hours later, Cassidy reversed his vote, fueling questions across Washington.

International Business Times UK

Senate Republicans reject Iran war powers measure after Trump pressure

Late-night vote came hours after US president berated GOP senators over opposition to the conflict

The Guardian - US

Trump takes victory lap after Senate GOP caves on Iran resolution

Senate Republicans who were berated by President Donald Trump over opposition to his war in Iran held a late-night vote Wednesday to try to appease him, rejecting a war powers resolution a day after a similar measure passed

The Independent UK

Are Donald Trump, Benjamin Netanyahu Feuding? POTUS' Explosive, Profane Tirade Leaked in New Book

A new book on Donald Trump's presidency claims he berated Benjamin Netanyahu in a 2025 call over a Gaza peace plan, telling the Israeli leader that 'all the Jews are sick of you.'

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The Independent UK

Trump chided Israel’s Netanyahu that ‘all the Jews are sick of you’: new book

Trump threatened to ‘divorce’ the Israeli leader if he scuttled his Gaza peace plan

The Economic Times

US, Iran wrap second day of talks after rough start

Amidst continuing tensions, high-stakes negotiations between the US and Iran in Switzerland hit a snag due to some of Trump's pointed comments. Despite Iranian delegates temporarily departing the table, mediators noted 'encouraging progress' in addressing the Lebanon crisis and maintaining an open Strait of Hormuz.

The Conversation

How Donald Trump has changed the way diplomacy is done

The negotiations to end the US-Iran war, resulting in the signing of a memorandum of understanding on June 17, have been something of an acid test of Donald Trump’s approach to diplomacy. What does it tell us? And has this US president changed the way diplomacy is done?

France 24

Switzerland talks enter tough phase after Trump renews threats against Iran

US Vice President JD Vance said Sunday there was a chance to “turn over a new leaf” with Iran as negotiators met in Switzerland to build on last week’s interim agreement. But President Donald Trump’s renewed threats over Iran-backed Hezbollah and the Strait of Hormuz – and Israel's refusal to…

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Euronews

US and Iran publicly trade threats as talks take place in Switzerland

US President Donald Trump on Sunday threatened to strike Iran if it did not stop Hezbollah from "causing trouble", while Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned the US to "be careful with their statements".

AAP

Iran talks make 'encouraging progress' despite tensions

Tense high-level negotiations in Switzerland seeking a permanent end to the Iran war have ended with lower-level talks planned for the rest of the week.

The Economic Times

Vance arrives in Switzerland for Iran peace talks with Hormuz in spotlight

US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland to kickstart crucial nuclear talks with Iran, aiming to solidify a fragile interim deal. The negotiations, however, face immediate hurdles with escalating conflict in Lebanon and Iran's controversial closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Despite these challenges, US and Iranian negotiators are…

AAP

Iran-US peace talks overshadowed by closure of strait

JD Vance has arrived in Switzerland for peace talks with Iran, days after the signing of a memorandum of understanding establishing a 60-day ceasefire.

International Business Times

Hormuz Shut, Lebanon In Dire Straits, Peace Talks Steer To Swiss Setting

Iran said on Saturday it has shut the Strait of Hormuz just days after a peace deal to end hostilities in the Middle East was signed with the US, in response to Israeli strikes in Lebanon that killed dozens.

International Business Times

US Envoys Head To Switzerland As Israeli Strikes In Lebanon Spark Concerns

Israeli airstrikes that killed nearly a dozen people in Lebanon have threatened to derail a new ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah struck merely 24 hours earlier. US envoy Steve Witkoff is reportedly traveling to Switzerland for technical talks with Iran. President Donald Trump's son-in-law

The Economic Times

With Lebanon ceasefire set, Trump envoy heads to Switzerland for US-Iran talks

US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi are in Switzerland for crucial talks aimed at solidifying a regional peace deal. This follows a fragile ceasefire in Lebanon, which was immediately tested by Israeli strikes. The negotiations, brokered after a preliminary pact, seek to end the ongoing Iran…

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