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AI summaryIranian and American delegations have begun talks in Islamabad, with reports indicating both direct and mediated sessions. The negotiations follow a two-week mutual ceasefire announced by President Trump, with Washington viewing Tehran's 10-point proposal as a working basis. The US also seeks the release of detained Americans, according to reports.
AI summaryThe Peshawar High Court has temporarily barred law enforcement from repatriating an Afghan family whose resettlement case through UNHCR is pending. The court issued notices to the interior ministry, and also granted bail to several detained Afghan nationals married to Pakistani women.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump has said Iranians are alive only to negotiate with Washington, dismissing their leverage as short-term extortion via international waterways. The remarks come amid a two-week mutual ceasefire and ongoing negotiations mediated by Pakistan, with Iran's 10-point proposal as a working basis.
AI summaryUS 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.
AI summaryNegotiations between the United States and Iran in Islamabad may run for two to three days, according to an envoy of Iran's Supreme Leader. The talks follow a two-week ceasefire announced by President Trump and a 10-point proposal from Tehran that Washington has agreed to consider. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is mediating the discussions.
AI summaryA group of Jeffrey Epstein survivors has accused Melania Trump of shifting responsibility onto victims after she urged Congress to hold public hearings. In a White House statement, the first lady denied any relationship with Epstein or Ghislaine Maxwell and said she had no knowledge of his crimes. Survivors argued the request deflects attention from officials and incomplete file releases.
AI summaryReports 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.
AI summaryPPP 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.
AI summaryA massive backlog of vessels has formed near the Strait of Hormuz, with nearly 3,200 ships waiting for safe passage following a US-Iran ceasefire announcement. The situation has drawn NATO involvement, as Washington seeks allied commitments to ensure navigation safety. Talks between the US and Iran are expected to begin in Islamabad.
AI summaryAs 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.
AI summaryUniversity of Chicago professor John Mearsheimer has described the US-Israeli military operation against Iran as a 'war of attrition' the United States cannot win, while also warning of a deteriorating transatlantic relationship. His comments, reported by TASS and Al Jazeera, also cover the failure of the operation's stated goals and the risk of Israeli nuclear use.
AI summaryIsraeli 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.
AI summaryPakistan has deployed more than 10,000 security personnel and imposed strict measures in Islamabad as it prepares to host US-Iran peace talks. The comprehensive security arrangement includes military supervision, VVIP protocol, and local holidays in the twin cities.
AI summaryInternet monitoring service NetBlocks reports Iran's nationwide internet shutdown has entered its 40th day, making it the longest ever recorded. The blackout coincides with diplomatic moves, including a US-Iran ceasefire announcement and Pakistani-mediated talks.
AI summaryIranian envoys in New Delhi say Tehran remains willing to negotiate with the United States if its conditions are respected, following Islamabad talks that ended without a breakthrough. Officials cited a two-week mutual ceasefire announced by the US president and stressed Iran’s readiness for both peace and continued defense.
AI summaryAs US and Iranian delegations prepare for talks in Pakistan, multiple experts suggest the temporary ceasefire may be extended but is unlikely to lead to a permanent peace agreement. The pause is seen as a tactical move driven by mutual risks, with differing views on who benefits most.
AI summaryPresident Trump has threatened NATO allies with punitive measures, including troop redeployments and halted military support, over their refusal to back U.S. military actions in Iran. Several European nations have resisted, leading to tensions within the alliance. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is attempting to bridge the divide.
AI summaryTurkish 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.
AI summaryShip 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.
AI summaryA Pakistan-brokered ceasefire between the US and Iran is under strain as Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue, killing more than 300 people. Disputes over whether the truce covers Lebanon have led to sharp exchanges between Washington and Tehran, with diplomatic talks underway in Pakistan.