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US Navy destroyer intercepts two oil tankers trying to leave Hormuz; orders them to turn back

A US Navy destroyer intercepted two oil tankers leaving Iran, marking the initial phase of a US-declared blockade aimed at pressuring Tehran. Despite the blockade, some Iran-linked vessels reportedly transited the Strait of Hormuz. Experts caution about the blockade's effectiveness and warn of potential escalation and retaliation from Iran.

The Times of India

Is the Iran war ending? Trump signals hope for fresh talks, but says 'we’re not finished'

US President Donald Trump stated that the war with Iran is "very close to being over" as new peace talks are set to begin. He believes Iran "wants to make a deal very badly," despite the US not being finished with its objectives. This comes after initial talks stalled over…

The Times of India

Strait of Hormuz: Why the US and Iran are sailing in very different legal waters

The Strait of Hormuz exists in the eye of the beholder.

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The Islamabad talks were doomed to failure – and Hormuz blockade has thrown another obstacle to any Iran-US deal

Twenty-one hours of direct negotiations. The highest-level face-to-face engagement between Washington and Tehran since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

The Conversation

Donald Trump issues a 50% tariff threat to Beijing after new intelligence ‘indicates’ a secret shipment is headed for Tehran

Threat without proof. Color me surprised.

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Can Pakistan bring US and Iran back to the negotiating table before ceasefire ends?

ANALYSIS: Trump has again suggested a deal could be reached despite talks collapsing in Islamabad at the weekend. Experts tell Arpan Rai there is a good chance both sides will return to Pakistan in the coming days

The Independent UK

Iran Reportedly Considering Refraining From Sending Some Ships Through Strait Of Hormuz Due To Trump's Blockade

Iran is considering a short-term pause to shipments through the Strait of Hormuz to avoid testing President Donald Trump's blockade, now entering its second day, according to a new report.

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US–Iran Talks May Resume Soon as Pakistan Facilitates Dialogue

Negotiations between the United States and Iran could resume later this week or early next week, according to Pakistani and Iranian officials cited by Reuters. While Tehran has expressed willingness to return to the table, Islamabad has reportedly taken an active role in coordinating the next round of discussions.

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JD Vance accuses Iran of ‘economic terrorism’ in Strait of Hormuz and threatens ‘two can play that game’

Vice president said negotiations with Tehran ‘didn’t move far enough’ in Islamabad

The Independent UK

Islamabad or not? US–Iran talks inch toward second round after first failed; 5 things we know

The United States and Iran appear to be edging towards a second round of high-stakes negotiations, even after a marathon session in Islamabad failed to produce a breakthrough. Officials from Washington, Tehran and regional intermediaries suggest that while deep differences remain, neither side considers the process over.

The Times of India

20-year pause of Iran uranium enrichment & Tehran's counter: How US–Iran talks collapsed at the last mile

Peace talks between the US and Iran have stalled over uranium enrichment curbs, with Washington proposing a 20-year freeze and Tehran offering five years. Disagreements also arose regarding the scope of a potential deal, including Hormuz and sanctions relief, despite initial hopes for a breakthrough.

The Times of India

Iran-US war latest: Trump says war is close to over as US claims ‘maritime superiority’ in Middle East

JD Vance said Trump ‘wants to make the grand bargain’ with Iran after peace talks failed over the weekend

The Independent UK

Iran tries to cosy up to Europe to increase pressure on US

Regime hopes to capitalise on deepening transatlantic split by briefing previously sidelined European countries

The Guardian - UK

Trump says US military blockaded Iranian ports to ramp up pressure on Tehran

The US blockade comes in an attempt to economically pressure Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to maritime traffic after its six-week closure caused global oil prices to surge. Roughly 40 vessels have passed through since the start of the ceasefire, down from 100 or more per day before…

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International Business Times UK

'They Don't Have… Military Means' — Pakistani General Says Iran Has No Choice But to Negotiate With Washington

Retired Lt. Gen. Muhammad Saeed believes Iran's economic challenges will eventually lead them back to the negotiating table with the US and Israel.

International Business Times

Trump Says Iran 'Would Like To Work a Deal,' Emphasizes Tehran 'Will Not Have a Nuclear Weapon'

President Donald Trump said Iranian leaders called him on Monday and they "would like to work a deal" after the countries ended talks in Pakistan without positive results.

The Guardian - US

Trump’s war has emboldened Iran. Diplomacy is the only solution

The military approach has backfired, with Iran’s position only strengthened. But the door is still open to a deal

Euronews

Iran executed at least 1,639 people in 2025 in 68% increase on year before, NGOs say

Rights groups including Amnesty International say Iran carries out the most executions of any nation worldwide per capita, and the most of any country other than China, for which no reliable data is available.

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The Conversation

When war comes for Iran’s cultural heritage

131 sites and museums have suffered damage or been destroyed during the US and Israeli war against Iran between February 28 and April 8. Amid uncertainty over what will happen next as peace talks failed during the two-week conditional ceasefire, it is an opportune time to take stock of the…

The Independent UK

Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade threatens piracy and risks outright war against China

ANALYSIS: Trump’s threats to the Strait of Hormuz will make America a pirate nation and risk conflict with China, making Beijing seem like the grown-ups, explains world affairs editor Sam Kiley

The Times of India

No endgame? How Iran war is testing Trump's strategy

The Islamabad peace talks have collapsed, dashing hopes of a near-term end to the Iran war. Buoyed, no doubt, by January’s near-flawless operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of Nicolás Maduro, Donald Trump authorised Operation Epic Fury, launching joint strikes with Israel on Iran on February 28 —…

International Business Times

Mediators Reportedly Working To Reopen Negotiations Between U.S. And Iran Before Ceasefire Ends

Mediators involved in talks between the U.S. and Iran will continue working to bring back both parties to the negotiating table despite the failure of talks in Pakistan this weekend, according to a new report.

International Business Times

Trump Reportedly Considering Striking Iran Again To Force Tehran To Resume Negotiations In Better Terms

President Donald Trump is considering ordering limited strikes in Iran to force the country to go back to the negotiating table in better conditions for the United States, according to a new report.

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Trump says US will blockade strait of Hormuz after Iran peace talks fail

Tehran said the move would be a breach of the ceasefire. Plus, Viktor Orbán ousted in Hungarian election in blow to global far right

The Independent UK

Trump says he ‘doesn’t care’ if Iran returns to peace talks after Islamabad negotiations collapse

Negotiations are at an impasse as both sides disagree on Strait of Hormuz and Tehran’s nuclear programme

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