Islamabad Reopens After U.S.-Iran Talks Fail to Materialize
Officials had locked the city down, anticipating talks between U. S. and Iranian delegations.
Officials had locked the city down, anticipating talks between U. S. and Iranian delegations.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi met in Muscat, where the two sides discussed regional developments, mediation efforts, and ways to end ongoing conflicts.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei said national unity and the unified voice of the Iranian people have left the enemy frustrated and helpless, stressing that cohesion remains a strong barrier against hostile efforts.
Oman's sultan meets Iran's foreign minister Aragchi in Muscat The Sultan of Oman, Haitham bin Tariq al-Said, has met Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araqchi in Muscat. They discussed the regional situation and mediation efforts aimed at ending the war on Iran, Oman's state news agency reported on Sunday.
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TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the ongoing US hostile measures and operational pressures are hindering trust-building and complicating progress toward dialogue.
Tehran [Iran], April 26 (ANI): Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that Iran will not enter into negotiations under pressure, threats, and siege, Mehr News Agency reported on Sunday.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The foreign minister of Iran held separate telephone conversations with his Egyptian and Turkish counterparts to discuss ongoing diplomatic efforts, a ceasefire in the US-Israeli war of aggression, and the latest regional developments.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman underscored the importance Tehran attaches to relations with the Persian Gulf countries as Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in Oman for his first regional visit following the recent US-Israeli war of aggression.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi described his trip to Pakistan as “very fruitful” before a visit to Oman, highlighting ongoing regional consultations and efforts to advance diplomacy.
Iran's Araghchi to return to Pakistan before Moscow visit Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, is set to return to Pakistan after a visit to Oman, before travelling onwards to Russia, according to IRNA. The visit comes as diplomatic efforts continue following a ceasefire and ongoing talks to de-escalate tensions. Araghchi previously met senior Pakistani officials, including Shehbaz Sharif and Asim Munir, in Islamabad, with discussions focused on regional developments and bilateral ties.
Tehran [Iran], April 26 (ANI): Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has delivered a firm 'no' to direct negotiations with the United States as long as the current naval blockade remains in place. According to Press TV, in a significant telephone conversation with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday, Pezeshkian asserted that Iran will not be coerced into a deal through 'pressure or threats.
Islamabad [Pakistan], April 26 (ANI): Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expected to return to Pakistan for a second stopover following his current discussions in Oman and prior to his scheduled visit to Russia, according to Iranian media. According to Al Jazeera, citing Iranian media, Araghchi will likely visit Pakistan before heading to Russia.
Washington DC [US], April 26 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Saturday defended his decision to cancel the planned visit of US envoys to Pakistan for talks with Iran, asserting that Tehran's proposal fell short of expectations.
Trump says he canceled U. S. representatives' trip to Pakistan for talks U.
Republican Party weighs strategy as Iran war impacts voters The Republican Party is working to reshape its strategy ahead of the November midterm elections as rising fuel prices and declining approval ratings for US President Donald Trump pose challenges. The economic strain linked to the war with Iran has become a central concern for voters. Party strategists are increasingly focusing on economic messaging and policy achievements while trying to avoid making the elections a direct referendum on Trump, whose approval has fallen into the mid-30 percent range.
JERUSALEM, Israel: Benjamin Netanyahu said on April 24 that he has received treatment for prostate cancer, sharing this news publicly for the first time. He explained that about a year and a half ago, he had prostate surgery. Then, around two and a half months ago, doctors found a small tumor at Hadassah Hospital in Jerusalem and treated it with radiation therapy.
Trump says DC shooting not linked to Iran as probe widens US President Donald Trump said he does not believe the shooting in Washington is linked to Iran, adding that authorities will continue investigating the incident. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said charges would be filed soon, noting the seriousness of the attack. Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Kash Patel said investigators are examining weapons recovered from the scene and interviewing witnesses.
Israel backs diplomacy with Lebanon but warns on Hezbollah Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, said he supports diplomatic efforts and direct negotiations with Lebanon, while stressing that Israel will continue to respond to threats from Hezbollah. Danon said Hezbollah continues to fire rockets and destabilise the region, adding that Israel “has to retaliate” when it identifies threats.
Iran president cites ‘contradiction’ in US pressure and diplomacy Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said there is a growing contradiction between the United States pursuing diplomacy while maintaining pressure measures, including a blockade, in remarks during a call with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. "The contradiction has increased the level of mistrust [in Washington] among the Iranian people and officials of the Islamic Republic," the president was quoted by Press TV as having said. Pezeshkian said negotiations in Islamabad stalled amid US demands, adding that Iran will not return to talks unless the blockade is lifted.