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According to Iran media, key sticking points included the Strait of Hormuz, nuclear rights, and other contentious issues.

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WASHINGTON, April 11 (Yonhap) -- The United States and Iran failed to reach an a...

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During the 21-hour negotiations, Iranian negotiators showed flexibility on numerous occasions, and suggested that the US side take a more realistic approach

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According to the TV channel, Washington and Tehran have to shape a common stance for continuing the talks

Vice President Vance, speaking to reporters after a day of intense negotiations with Iran, stated that no progress was made towards a peace agreement, which he described as "bad news for Iran." This announcement came during a 14-day ceasefire in the war. Vance described the 21 hours of negotiations with the Iranian delegation, which were mediated by Pakistan and held…

Talks with Iran ended after 21 hours without reaching agreement, says US Vice President Vance

Chief US negotiator JD Vance said that the two sides had a number of substantive discussions with the Iranians and called it "good news."

US Vice President said Sunday that talks in Islamabad failed to reach an agreement, saying he was leaving after putting forward a "final and best offer".

WASHINGTON, April 11 (Yonhap) -- U. S. Vice President JD Vance has said the Unite...

US Vice President JD Vance said there was no deal with Iran after 21 hours of negotiations in Pakistan. He said Iranian negotiators had chosen not to accept US terms for deal, which he insisted had been "quite flexible."

US Vice President JD Vance said there was no deal with Iran after 21 hours of negotiations in Pakistan. He said Iranian negotiators had chosen not to accept US terms for deal, which he insisted had been "quite flexible."

The U.S. Vice President, JD Vance, announced this Sunday from Islamabad that the American delegation did not reach an agreement with the Iranian regime after 21 hours of negotiations, and is therefore returning to Washington along with the rest of the American negotiating team. "They have chosen not to accept our terms," he stated during a press conference from the Pakistani capital. "The main objective is to ensure they do not acquire a nuclear weapon," he said to journalists. "Their enrichment facilities were destroyed, but the question is, do we see a commitment to not developing a nuclear weapon in the long term?" In his speech, Vance also praised the work of the Pakistani Prime Minister for facilitating a peace agreement between the parties. Prior to the press conference, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he "didn't care" whether the United States and Iran reached a peace agreement: "Whether we reach an agreement or not, it doesn't matter to me. The reason is because we have won." "We are in very deep negotiations with Iran. We win either way. We have militarily defeated them," the president told journalists. For its part, the Iranian regime, prior to Vance's press conference, had warned that the success of the peace talks depended on Washington avoiding "excessive demands" and "illegal requests." "The success of this diplomatic process depends on..."

"Iinformation from the talks has been scarce, but sources say that the general atmosphere can be described as positive," the TV channel said

Two sides held talks in Islamabad over the weekend

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Following lengthy and high-stakes negotiations with the Iranian delegation, US Vice-President J. D. Vance is holding a press conference in Islamabad, Pakistan, stating that the two sides failed to reach an agreement. "We have been at it now for 21 hours, and we've had a number of substantive discussions with the Iranians. That's the good news," he said. "[The] bad news is that we have not reached an agreement, and I think that's bad news for Iran, and even more so, it's bad news for the United States of..."

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Tehran has emerged from weeks of conflict with its uranium stockpile and other components of its nuclear program intact.

According to the report, residents took to the streets of the Iranian capital carrying national flags and photos of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

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The talks in the capital of Pakistan continue for more than 15 hours

DUBAI – The new Supreme Leader of Iran, Mojtaba Khamenei, is still recovering from the serious facial injuries and leg wounds he sustained in the airstrike that killed his father at the beginning of the war, according to three people close to his inner circle, who spoke to Reuters. Khamenei's face was disfigured in the attack on the Supreme Leader's complex in downtown Tehran, and he suffered a significant injury to one or both of his legs, according to the three sources. However, the 56-year-old is recovering from his injuries and remains mentally alert, the sources said, requesting anonymity to discuss sensitive matters. For now, Iranians only see him in the posters that the regime has put up in the streets. He is participating in meetings with high-ranking officials via video conferences and is involved in decision-making on important issues, such as the war and negotiations with Washington, according to two of the sources. The question of whether Khamenei's health allows him to lead the affairs of state arises at a time of the greatest danger that Iran has faced in decades, with peace talks with the United States scheduled to begin this Saturday in the Pakistani capital. The accounts from people close to Khamenei's inner circle offer the most detailed description of the leader's condition in weeks. Reuters has not been able to independently verify their descriptions. His whereabouts, his sta…

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In a quiet street in northern Singapore, a car plies the road like any other – except it is a left-hand drive from China and the person in the driver’s seat has been trained to keep his hands off the wheel and his foot off the pedals unless an emergency arises. Eventually, there will be no need for a safety officer or any human behind the wheel at all – mirroring the autonomous vehicles (AVs) already operating in cities such as Beijing, Shenzhen, San Francisco and Los Angeles. For now, Singapore...

Iran and US continue direct talks in Islamabad, with the Strait of Hormuz believed to be a key sticking point.

Negotiations between representatives from the United States and Iran, aimed at ending the conflict between the two countries, began on November 11th in Pakistan, the mediating country. We will provide an analysis of the progress of the negotiations and the outlook for the future. (Broadcast on the "Ohayou Nippon" program, 7:00 AM on November 12th.)

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China is preparing to deliver new air defense systems to Iran in the next few weeks, following over a month of U. S. and Israeli strikes on Iran’s military and missile capabilities, CNN reported Saturday. The outlet cited three people familiar with recent U. S. intelligence assessments. Two of these sources told the outlet that Beijing could route…

Democrat Eric Swalwell is in the midst of a controversy as an ex-staffer accused him of sex assault and now an alleged video shows him kissing another woman.

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Abbas Aslani, an expert accompanying the Tehran delegation, stated: "We want a lasting peace and the guarantee that we will not be attacked again."

The philosopher stated: "Christian nationalism, which was very prominent in the Trump administration, can have dangerous consequences."

The US military said Saturday that two Navy warships transited through the strait to begin clearing it of mines. The Iranian military denied that any American warships had entered the waterway and threatened to respond if they do so.

Far-right activist and credentialed Pentagon reporter Laura Loomer claimed Dorsa Sattari-Khavas, daughter of Iran's former Vice President, is living in the US.

Following an unusual period of silence, the U.S. President commented on the progress of the talks in Islamabad and launched a sharp criticism against Beijing.

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In Islamabad, a meeting took place between U.S. Vice President Vance and the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Ghalibaf. A general agreement was reached regarding "humanitarian reconstruction" for all countries involved.

WASHINGTON, April 11 (Yonhap) -- U. S. President Donald Trump said Saturday that ...

Meanwhile, Tehran remains firm on its position regarding the Strait of Hormuz: "Anyone who crosses the Strait will encounter a firm response."

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Delegations from the United States and Iran held direct negotiations on Saturday for the first time since 1979 in Islamabad,Pakistan, to end a six-week conflict, while US President Donald Trump said that the US military had begun clearing mines from the Strait of Hormuz.

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The U. S. sent two destroyers through the Strait of Hormuz for the first time in the war, triggering a tense confrontation while high-level American negotiators were preparing to meet with Iranian counterparts in Pakistan.

Leaders have used religion to defend their actions in the war. US officials, especially Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, have spoken about their Christian faith and described the US as a Christian nation fighting its enemies.

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Direct negotiations between the United States and Iran have entered a "technical phase" and are expected to continue throughout the night in Islamabad, Pakistan, according to the Lusa news agency. At this time, officials from both countries are discussing the final details of a possible agreement. Related news: Pope calls for an end to the war, while the US and Iran negotiate peace. Leaders of Iran and the US meet in Pakistan in search of a peace agreement. An Iranian delegation arrives in Pakistan for peace negotiations. According to the Tasnim news agency, affiliated with the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, the issues related to the Strait of Hormuz remain the biggest point of contention between the two sides. The strait is a passage through which 20% of the world's oil production flows, and it is currently blocked by the Iranians. Trump is demanding that the region be reopened. Iran is also demanding the release of its assets and compensation for attacks carried out by the United States and Israel. According to Tasnim, the US envoys are making demands that are considered excessive by the Iranian representatives. Washington has not yet commented on the progress of the negotiations. The delegations from the US and Iran have been meeting at a hotel in Pakistan since this Saturday morning (11th) for peace talks. On Tuesday (7th), President Donald Trump declared a ceasefire so that Americans and Iranians could attempt to reach an agreement. *With information from…

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Ukraine reports 469 violations of Putin’s 32-hour ceasefire, hours after deadly drone attacks on Odesa and Kherson Russia continued to strike Ukrainian positions with drones after a Kremlin-declared Easter ceasefire took effect on Saturday, a Ukrainian military officer said. “The ceasefire is not being observed by the Russian side,” said Serhii Kolesnychenko, a communications officer for the 148th Separate Artillery Brigade. Continue reading...

Pope Leo XIV called on world leaders to end what he described as the "madness of war" this Saturday, the same day that top officials from the United States and Iran are meeting in Pakistan to discuss an end to the conflict, which has been ongoing for six weeks. During a special prayer vigil in St. Peter's Basilica, the first American pope condemned the use of religious language to justify war and said that the "illusion of omnipotence that surrounds the world is becoming increasingly unpredictable." Related news: Leaders from Iran and the United States meet in Pakistan to seek a peace agreement. "We are becoming indifferent to violence," warns Pope Leo XIV. Pope Leo 14 says that God rejects the prayers of leaders who wage war. In a direct appeal to world leaders, he said: "Stop! It is time for peace! Sit down at the table of dialogue and mediation, not at the table where rearmament is planned." Known for carefully choosing his words, Leo has emerged as a vocal critic of the war in Iran. This Saturday, he used strong language to denounce the conflict, citing letters from children in war zones that, according to him, described "horror and inhumanity." The Pope also referred to the Church's opposition to the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq in 2003, quoting an appeal from the late Pope John Paul II made four days before the start of the conflict. "Enough of the idolatry of the self and money! Enough of the display..."

Iranian state television reported that a third round of negotiations will also take place tonight.

As the US and Iran engage in ceasefire negotiations, the whereabouts of new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei has come into focus

Negotiations are ongoing between US-Iranian delegations in Islamabad, with control of the strait a key sticking point.

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Armenian and Azerbaijani representatives met for the fourth round of talks as part of the so-called Peace Bridge Initiative to advance the historic peace process between the two South Caucasus neighbours.

Two guided-missile destroyers of the United States Navy have begun mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz.

This Saturday morning, the New York City Police Department responded to reports of a man armed with a machete who attacked three people randomly in the city's subway system. The incident occurred on one of the platforms at Grand Central Station – one of the busiest areas of the subway system – around 9:40 AM. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, in a press conference, stated that officers repeatedly asked the man to drop the weapon, a total of 20 times, but the individual refused to comply with the officers' commands. Subsequently, one of the officers fired two shots. This was the weapon recovered at the scene. pic.twitter.com/J1gxyECKm3 — NYPD NEWS (@NYPDnews) April 11, 2026 The police identified the attacker as Anthony Griffin, 44 years old. He reportedly had three prior arrests, and at the time of the incident, witnesses said he was behaving erratically and referred to himself as "Lucifer." Tisch stated that the injured individuals are an 84-year-old man, a 65-year-old man, and a 70-year-old woman, but that their injuries are not life-threatening. The Mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani, thanked the police for their actions and for "preventing further violence." The three victims were taken to the hospital and are, fortunately, in stable condition. The New York City Police Department is conducting an internal investigation and will release body camera footage, as is standard procedure in all incidents involving…

In the first weeks of the war, Pope Leo was initially reluctant to publicly condemn the violence and limited his comments to muted appeals for peace.

US and Iranian media report peace talks have begun in Islamabad, while Netanyahu says Israel remains committed to fighting Iran US and Iran hold talks in Islamabad as Pakistan seeks to broker peace deal US officials claim Iran unable to find mines it laid in strait of Hormuz The UK will host a strait of Hormuz meeting next week, bringing together multiple countries aiming to restore free movement of ships through the strait, which has been blockaded by Iran since the beginning of the war and inflicted heavy damage on the global economy. A British official told AP that the meeting will oppose the idea of tolls being charged for passage through the waterway, as proposed by Iran as part of ceasefire negotiations. Continue reading...

Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine is maintaining constant contact with the American side and preparing for intensified cooperation with European partners to advance negotiations and strengthen security guarantees.

The California Democratic gubernatorial candidate is facing growing pressure to withdraw from the race after multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct.

Consultations began around 17:00 local time

Nicolás Jarry (ranked 156th in the ATP) concluded his best week in the past two years. He hadn't experienced that feeling since the Rome Masters 1000 in 2024, when he lost to Alexander Zverev, a week that significantly impacted his life. This time, at the modest Madrid Challenger 75 tournament, the Chilean not only earned valuable points for reaching the semifinals, but also left with renewed confidence and positive feelings after two very difficult seasons, marked by illnesses and injuries. In the semifinals of the Spanish tournament, Nico faced Jurij Rodionov (ranked 176th), a former top 100 Austrian player, a left-handed player who is fighting to return to his best level. The challenge represented a greater demand, and he had to rely on a wide range of his skills. However, it wasn't enough, mainly due to his numerous unforced errors, and he lost in three sets: 6-7(6), 7-6(4), and 7-6(4), in a match that lasted three hours and 16 minutes. The beginning was not easy. In fact, his serve was broken for the first time that week in the third game. However, the grandson of Jaime Fillol reacted quickly and broke back in the following game. Although he later had opportunities to break again, everything ultimately came down to the tiebreak. In the tiebreak, both players held their serve until the end. The Austrian even had a set point, but Nico played brilliantly to save it. Then, with the European's serve, he managed to break and close out the first set, unleashing the joy of the large crowd…

Iranian rabbi describes how he was informed that one of Tehran’s few synagogues had been destroyed in an Israel strike.

The Manhattan District Attorney's Office is investigating a sexual assault claim against Rep. Eric Swalwell.

China consistently fulfills its international obligations, Liu Pengyu, a spokesman for the Chinese diplomatic mission in the United States, said

Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) on Saturday criticized the involvement of special envoy Steve Witkoff and President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner in Middle East diplomacy, as the two are scheduled to meet with Iranian officials for trilateral talks aimed at ending the six-week conflict with Iran. "You can't send the two real estate developers to negotiate…

The US launched a large-scale, multi-level, and expensive operation to rescue two airmen stranded in Iran, which was followed closely by Russian citizens, and highlighted the stark contrast between the US and Russian military attitudes towards their subordinates.

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The U. S. military has launched operations to begin de-mining the Strait of Hormuz, U. S. Central Command (Centcom) said on Saturday.  Centcom said in a social media post highlighted by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that two Navy guided-missile destroyers began “setting conditions” for this mission on Saturday morning.  The USS Frank E. Peterson and USS Michael…

"And the empty ships are rushing to the United States to "load up", the US president said

Federal agents arrested a man whose mother served as a spokeswoman for the Islamist embassy captors during the hostage crisis that began in 1979.

The French president added that Iran needs to "take advantage of the opportunity offered by the negotiations initiated in Islamabad to pave the way for sustainable de-escalation"

Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz have reportedly stalled the ceasefire talks between the US and Iran.

Trilateral talks involving United States and Iran have entered the expert level stage, with negotiations taking place in Islamabad.