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Israel has stated it will not discuss a ceasefire with Hezbollah in upcoming Washington talks, while the US hosts negotiations between Israel and Lebanon. The talks come amid continued hostilities on the ground and differing expectations from regional powers, with Iran insisting no ceasefire can hold without its involvement.
High-stakes negotiations between the United States and Iran are scheduled to start in Islamabad, with Vice President J.D. Vance and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi leading their delegations. The talks aim to convert a two-week truce into a longer-term peace, following weeks of diplomatic efforts attributed to Pakistan. Analysts note a shift in the balance of power, with Iran demonstrating resilience despite military setbacks.
An Israeli airstrike on Nabatiyeh killed at least 13 Lebanese State Security personnel, according to a government source, as Lebanon and Israel prepare for US-brokered ceasefire talks. Hezbollah's deputy chief has urged the Lebanese state to stop making 'free concessions' to Israel, while a protest in Beirut opposed direct negotiations.
Israel has decided to exclude France from direct negotiations with Lebanon, citing France's conduct over the past year as biased. The talks are set to begin next week in Washington at the ambassadorial level, with the US represented by Ambassador Michel Issa.
As Israel continues strikes on Lebanon, a senior Lebanese official says Beirut will join US-hosted talks with Israel next week only if a ceasefire is in place. Israeli PM Netanyahu has authorised direct negotiations, but uncertainty remains over the truce's effectiveness.
Israel has expelled Spain from the Civil-Military Coordination Center (CMCC) overseeing Gaza aid and reconstruction, citing Madrid's 'blatant anti-Israel bias.' The decision, coordinated with the U.S., follows Spain's recognition of Palestine and its opposition to U.S.-Israel military actions, deepening a diplomatic crisis between the two nations.
US Vice President JD Vance has arrived in Pakistan for rare direct talks with Iran, warning Tehran not to 'play' the US. Iran demanded a ceasefire in Lebanon and the release of its frozen assets before negotiations, while both sides traded accusations over a fragile two-week ceasefire.
Reports from Iran International, cited by the Jerusalem Post, indicate a dispute among senior Iranian officials over the composition of the negotiating team for upcoming US-Iran talks, with IRGC Commander-in-Chief Ahmad Vahidi seeking to curb the authority of Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf. Ghalibaf also reportedly warned that hardline opponents of the talks could 'destroy Iran,' amid contradictory claims about a ceasefire in Lebanon.
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has warned that the international community lacks a fallback if US-Iran negotiations fail, while calling for domestic political consensus in Pakistan to address price rises linked to the Middle East conflict. Speaking ahead of Islamabad-hosted talks and on the anniversary of his grandfather’s death, he highlighted ceasefire efforts and social support measures. Coverage draws primarily from Dawn reports on his Sky News interview and public remarks.
An emergency humanitarian aid convoy organized by the Red Cross and Turkey's Red Crescent has entered Iran through Turkey, delivering life-saving medical supplies amid a deepening crisis. Aid groups warn that air and sea route closures are severely disrupting supply chains, as the conflict has killed over 3,000 people and displaced up to 3.2 million.
Six months after the October 10, 2025 ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, Gaza remains in limbo: continued attacks, limited aid, and no comprehensive Israeli withdrawal persist. Al Jazeera reports over 700 Palestinian deaths since the deal, while South China Morning Post analysis highlights the broader challenges of ceasefires in resolving underlying conflicts.
French President Emmanuel Macron met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican for their first official talks, with the war in the Middle East and the situation in Lebanon expected to dominate the agenda. The meeting comes against the backdrop of the ongoing Iran war and France's domestic debate over assisted dying.
Australia and Singapore have agreed to make 'maximum efforts' to maintain fuel and gas supplies between them, as the Middle East conflict disrupts global energy markets. The leaders also committed to a legally binding addendum on essential supplies. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is continuing diplomatic visits to Brunei and Malaysia to reinforce energy security.
Lebanon is insisting on a ceasefire with Israel before bilateral peace negotiations can begin, according to Lebanese officials and diplomatic sources. Preliminary talks are scheduled for April 14 in Washington under US auspices, with Lebanon's ambassador to the US representing the government.
As the US and Iran prepare for direct negotiations in Islamabad, the spotlight falls on Iran's delegation leaders: Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf. The talks, beginning Saturday, come amid heightened military tensions and a fragile ceasefire.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered his cabinet to begin ceasefire negotiations with Lebanon, following intense bombardments and ongoing cross-border hostilities. Iran has tied broader peace talks with the US to a halt in Lebanon strikes, while international concern grows over the humanitarian toll.
The US State Department has issued an updated travel advisory urging Americans to reconsider travel to Nigeria due to crime, terrorism, and kidnapping, and has authorized the departure of non-emergency staff from its embassy in Abuja. The Nigerian government has criticized the advisory as unbalanced, while US officials cite a deteriorating security environment.
Hungary holds a parliamentary election that could end Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule, with centre-right challenger Péter Magyar's Tisza party leading in polls. Young voters and international observers watch closely as the nation decides between continuity and change.
Turkish and Thai analysts interviewed by TASS suggest Washington will maintain pressure on Iran until its strategic goals are achieved, while peace talks may reflect a broader global power shift. The experts diverge on whether negotiations signal a US strategic defeat or merely a tactical pause.
Ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains at a fraction of normal levels days after a US-Iran ceasefire was announced. Tracking data shows only a handful of vessels transiting daily, with Iran asserting control through tolls and routing requirements, while the US accuses Tehran of not honoring the agreement.