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23:32 [ theNationalNews.com ]

US-Oman ties face strain as Muscat walks tightrope between Washington and Tehran

(August 21, 2026)

Mr Trump himself agreed in a signed document that Oman would “conduct dialogue” with Iran to define the future administration and maritime services in the strait.

“Oman’s negotiations with Iran over a mechanism to manage the Strait of Hormuz appear to have been a bilateral Iran-Oman effort, though it’s true that the memorandum of understanding from June endorsed a 60-day Iranian-Omani mechanism,” Marc Sievers, former US ambassador to Oman, told The National. “It is also true that the US and Iran understood this point differently, which led to the collapse of the MoU.”

23.08.2026 - 19:17 [ Daily Pakistan ]

Field Marshal Asim Munir to visit Tehran as US-Iran Conflict threatens wider Regional War

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir is set to visit Iran on Monday, with high-level meetings expected during his stay. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei confirmed the visit, saying it is aimed at further strengthening bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Iran.

14.08.2026 - 11:38 [ Middle East Monitor ]

US to use military, economic, diplomatic tools to end Iran war: Vance

Asked about the setbacks in negotiations with Iran, Vance cited two factors: “Number one, the Iranians are extraordinarily difficult people. Number two, they have a fractured system.”

“There are people within their system that want the war to be over and there are also people in their system that are crazy radicals who want the war to continue,” he said.

“Our job is to navigate through that and get the best outcome for the American people and for the President of the United States as well.”

13.08.2026 - 04:04 [ Newser / MSN.com ]

CIA was skeptical of Israeli tip about Iranian threat to Trump

Some American officials suspect the Israeli warning fit a pattern of Jerusalem using intelligence to shape US policy, particularly given its deep concerns about Iran and unease over closer US-Turkey ties. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was briefed on the threat and the ruse but reportedly stayed on the larger Air Force One. Speaking to the Post, Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen questioned whether the Israeli information was „independently verifiable,“ calling the episode „a little fantastical.“

13.08.2026 - 03:30 [ IRNA.ir ]

President Pezeshkian: Iran never acted outside international law

(August 12, 2026)

In a telephone conversation on Wednesday, Pezeshkian said Iran had never sought regional unrest and denounced the United States and the Israeli regime for undermining regional peace and stability through aggression against Iran and attacks that led to the martyrdom of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei and a large number of civilians, including defenseless Minab children in their classrooms, as well as destroying civilian infrastructure.

Pezeshkian expressed hope that Japan’s diplomatic efforts to establish peace and stability in the region would bear fruit and prevent crimes and warmongering by aggressive powers.

13.08.2026 - 03:28 [ News on Japan ]

Takaichi Urges Iran to Ease Tensions in Phone Call With President

(August 12, 2026)

TOKYO – Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held a telephone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on August 12, urging an early easing of military tensions in the Middle East while stressing the importance of free and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz without additional costs.

08.08.2026 - 22:47 [ Al Jazeera ]

Iran’s list of conditions ‘a deal-breaker for US’: Expert

Richard Weitz, an international security expert at the NATO Defense College, says the US is highly unlikely to accept Iran’s demand for compensation or any other conditions it has set for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

“President Trump has explicitly excluded that [paying Iran compensation] and it wouldn’t have support in Congress to fund such a proposal,” Weitz told Al Jazeera.

“In fact, this whole list of conditions … Iran has reinserted is going to be a deal-breaker for the White House,” Weitz added.

04.08.2026 - 18:43 [ Al Jazeera ]

Can Pakistan keep US-Iran diplomacy alive as mistrust deepens?

A Ministry of Foreign Affairs statement late on Monday said Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar had spoken to his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, and invited him “to visit Pakistan at his earliest convenience”.

Separately, National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq also extended an invitation to his Iranian counterpart and chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, according to government sources.

03.08.2026 - 17:50 [ Daily Pakistan ]

Pakistan, Qatar to Host Next Round of US-Iran Talks as back door talks underway

Pakistan and Qatar are under consideration to host upcoming negotiations, according to Turkey’s state-run Anadolu Agency, citing Pakistani government sources.

The report said the date and location for the resumption of direct talks have yet to be finalized, but mediators from Islamabad and Doha are actively engaging with both sides to pave the way for renewed dialogue.

25.07.2026 - 23:36 [ Al Jazeera ]

Iran’s government spars with state TV as mediators push talks with US

The broadcaster, whose head is appointed by the supreme leader, issued a response on Saturday rejecting the government’s “accusations and improper attributions”, and emphasised that it has a duty to prevent “an incorrect and unreal suggestion of duality in the country’s leadership pillars”.

In his speech, Pezeshkian had pointed out that after last year’s 12-day war with Israel, former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei publicly said there would be no negotiations with Washington – but privately had given his approval.

20.07.2026 - 18:55 [ Daily Pakistan ]

Pakistan hosts Iranian Delegation amid Escalating US-Iran Tensions

During his stay, Iranian minister is scheduled to hold separate meetings with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir.

12.07.2026 - 19:27 [ Daily Pakistan ]

Pakistan engages Tehran as US-Iran Conflict escalates across Middle East

ISLAMABAD/TEHRAN – Pakistan on Sunday stepped up diplomatic engagement with Iran as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate amid fresh US military strikes and growing security concerns in Strait of Hormuz.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, during which both leaders discussed the deteriorating regional situation.

12.07.2026 - 03:59 [ Oman Observer ]

Iran, Oman discuss Hormuz safe passage

Published: 11:01 PM, Jul 11, 2026

MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman and the Islamic Republic of Iran held talks in Muscat on Saturday regarding navigation on the Strait of Hormuz to ensure its safety and freedom in light of recent developments and their repercussions.

The two sides agreed to carry on with the talks at both the technical and political levels to reach agreements in accordance with international law.

The discussions were held by Sayyid Badr bin Hamad al Busaidy, Foreign Minister, and Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

11.07.2026 - 02:34 [ Daily Pakistan ]

PM Shehbaz urges Restraint in call with Iranian President Pezeshkian amid US attacks

Reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace, the prime minister assured President Pezeshkian that Islamabad would continue to play a constructive and impartial role in facilitating dialogue and supporting every effort aimed at maintaining stability.

President Pezeshkian thanked Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, and other senior Pakistani officials for attending the funeral of the late Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. He appreciated Pakistan’s consistent support for peace initiatives and reiterated Iran’s commitment to regional stability.

11.07.2026 - 02:14 [ Daily Pakistan ]

Qatar rushes to Tehran in New Diplomatic Push to cool down US-Iran standoff

The meetings are being held in coordination with Washington and are focused on implementing existing US-Iran MoU while resolving the disputes that triggered the latest standoff between the two countries. Among the central issues is the long-running disagreement over navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy corridors.

11.07.2026 - 01:52 [ Qatar Tribune ]

Amir, Pakistani PM underscore need to continue efforts to reduce tensions, resolve disputes through peaceful means

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has received a phone call from Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan HE Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, to discuss bilateral ties and the latest regional and international developments.

The conversation focused on cooperation between their countries and explored ways to strengthen relations, alongside efforts to support security and peace in the region.

11.07.2026 - 01:31 [ Oman Observer ]

Iran FM visit Oman for Strait of Hormuz talks

Tehran: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will travel to Oman on Saturday for talks on the Strait of Hormuz, state media said.

The visit „will be focused on the Strait of Hormuz and shipping safety“ and is „a continuation of the consultations that we started with Oman over the past one or two months,“ Iran‘s official IRNA news agency quoted foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei as saying.

04.07.2026 - 22:54 [ NDTV.com ]

Switched Planes, Took Bus, Train: Iranian Delegation Claims Threats After Failed US Talks

(April 15, 2026)

He noted that the Iranian delegation faced direct security threats while heading for negotiations with the United States in Islamabad, stating, „We received direct threats while en route to Islamabad that our plane might be attacked,“ prompting heightened caution during and after the visit.

„On our way back, we did not fly to Tehran. It‘s a very long story, but we all believed that there was a significant chance that they would down our plane, that they would shoot down our plane, that they would fire a missile at our plane,“ Marandi said.

He explained that on the way back from the talks, the Iranian delegation „secretly got into a different plane, and that plane on the way to Tehran suddenly diverted and landed very swiftly in Mashhad. And then we all came to Tehran by train, by car, and by bus.

04.07.2026 - 22:47 [ Middle East Eye ]

Israeli jets entered Iran to attack negotiator plane after Islamabad talks, NYT reports

According to the report, Pakistani fighter jets escorted the Iranian delegation‘s aircraft to and from Islamabad because of fears that Israel could attempt to assassinate senior Iranian officials.

On the return journey, Iranian security services informed the aircraft carrying Ghalibaf that intelligence indicated Israel was preparing an attack and that two Israeli fighter jets had entered Iranian airspace from the western border near Iraq, the newspaper reported, citing Iranian officials.

Mahdi Mohammadi, a senior adviser to Ghalibaf who accompanied the delegation, confirmed the account on social media.

The aircraft subsequently made an emergency landing in Mashhad, and members of the delegation completed the journey to Tehran by land, travelling for approximately eight hours, the newspaper said.

03.07.2026 - 23:26 [ Washington Post ]

U.S. warned Iran about Israel’s aims to assassinate leaders

In the spring, U.S. officials suspected that Israel intended to kill Iran’s top negotiators and sent a warning to Tehran to take precautions.

03.07.2026 - 23:23 [ New York Times ]

U.S. Officials Believed Israel Was Plotting to Kill Iranian Negotiators

Fearful that an Israeli assassination effort would doom the negotiations, the United States, according to some of the officials, went so far as to ask other countries in the region to warn Iran about the possibility Israel could target the two officials.

U.S. officials acknowledged that during the intense phase of the war, Mr. Araghchi and Mr. Ghalibaf, as senior government officials, could have been legitimate targets for Israel, which was intent on toppling Iran’s hard-line government. But after the negotiations started in earnest in April, American officials believed that any attempt to kill the Iranian leaders would end the talks and reignite the fighting.

02.07.2026 - 06:16 [ Gulf Times ]

Qatar reports ‘positive progress’ in MoU talks

„Qatar and Pakistan mediators concluded separate meetings with the US and Iranian negotiators in Doha today, with positive progress made on issues related to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, building on the outcomes of the Lake Lucerne Summit,“ Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson and adviser to the prime minister Dr Majed al-Ansari tweeted on X.

„The parties agreed to continue discussions over the coming period, with the next meeting to be scheduled at the earliest possible time following the funeral processions of the former Iranian Supreme Leader.“

23.06.2026 - 19:16 [ Middle East Eye ]

Oman reaffirms support for toll-free passage through Hormuz

Oman‘s foreign minister Badr Albusaidi has said Muscat remains committed to ensuring toll-free and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz following discussions with senior Iranian officials.

In a post on X, Albusaidi said there had been „constructive discussions on the recent Iran-US MOU, especially the Strait of Hormuz paragraph“. He added: „We affirmed commitment to international law and toll-free safe passage.“

The comments came after Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf visited Oman for talks on bilateral cooperation and regional developments.

23.06.2026 - 18:20 [ DunyaNews.tv ]

Pakistan, Iran reaffirm commitment to regional peace as Field Marshal Asim Munir meets President Pezeshkian

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, met President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, in a high-level meeting focused on regional developments and peace initiatives, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

During the exchange, both sides reviewed the evolving geopolitical landscape and ongoing challenges affecting regional stability. Discussions centred on the importance of coordinated approaches to reduce tensions and support diplomatic pathways amid a complex security environment.

23.06.2026 - 18:04 [ PressTV.ir ]

Pezeshkian vows to push for full implementation of Iran-US MoU as he visits Pakistan

Pezeshkian said that the visit aims to pursue the continued implementation of all MoU clauses within the framework of international law and the rights of the Iranian people.

“What has been signed must be fully operationalized,” he said.

The president said the agreement’s implementation could significantly reduce many of the region’s problems and, amid ongoing “unjust wars and aggression by the Zionist regime against Islamic countries,” and would help strengthen regional stability and security.

22.06.2026 - 19:58 [ Daily Pakistan ]

US-Iran Negotiators back 60-Day Roadmap after ‘Encouraging Progress’ at Switzerland Talks

A communication line has also been established between the parties for the period specified in the Memorandum of Understanding to help prevent incidents and misunderstandings. The mechanism is intended to facilitate the safe passage of commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Washington and Tehran agreed to establish de-confliction cell involving Lebanon and facilitated by the mediators. The mechanism is intended to support implementation of the cessation of military operations in Lebanon and help prevent future confrontations.

21.06.2026 - 04:28 [ CNN ]

Pakistan leader and army chief depart for Switzerland to attend US-Iran talks

(45 min ago)

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Syed Asim Munir have departed Islamabad and are on their way to Switzerland where diplomatic discussions between the US and Iran are unfolding, a statement from the prime minister’s office said Sunday.

21.06.2026 - 04:26 [ CNN ]

Iranian delegation lands in Switzerland for talks with US

(4 hr 30 min ago)

The talks are set to be held in the Swiss mountain resort of Bürgenstock.

The delegation is led by Iran’s head negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.

21.06.2026 - 04:03 [ Daily Pakistan ]

US-Iran Technical Talks set to begin in Switzerland under Pakistan-Qatar mediation, FO says

Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that representatives from Washington and Tehran will participate in the discussions, while Pakistani and Qatari officials will facilitate the process. Islamabad says it remains committed to advancing the understandings reached under the MoU and promoting peace and stability through dialogue.

21.06.2026 - 03:54 [ Wall Street Journal ]

Vance Heads to Peace Talks, After Iran Says It Closed Strait of Hormuz

Vice President JD Vance on Saturday headed to peace talks in Switzerland, signaling renewed efforts to keep an agreement signed earlier this week by President Trump on track after Iranian security officials said they had closed the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

18.06.2026 - 18:59 [ Trita Parsi / Common Dreams ]

Ending the Costly, Unnecessary Iran War Is the Right Thing. Period.

The task now is not to reward Trump politically, nor to excuse the recklessness that produced this war. It is to prevent the war from returning. Democrats can condemn the decision to start it without sabotaging the agreement that ends it. They can hold Trump accountable without helping Netanyahu drag the United States back into conflict. The choice before them is not between opposing Trump and supporting peace. It is between learning from America’s endless wars and repeating them.

18.06.2026 - 18:45 [ Al Jazeera ]

World reacts to US-Iran deal to extend ceasefire, reopen Strait of Hormuz

Here’s how the world has reacted to the news:

16.06.2026 - 07:54 [ Saudi Gazette ]

Saudi Arabia welcomes US-Iran deal, hopes for lasting peace and regional stability

In a statement issued Monday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the Kingdom welcomed the efforts of both countries to reach a lasting agreement that would contribute to regional and international security and stability.

The Kingdom also commended the mediation efforts undertaken by Pakistan and Qatar, as well as the positive engagement shown by the United States and Iran, which helped pave the way for the agreement.

Saudi Arabia further emphasized the importance of restoring security for navigation and maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz to the conditions that existed before Feb. 28.

15.06.2026 - 12:19 [ Middle East Eye ]

US and Iran to hold preparatory meetings in Doha before signing deal

The source added that Qatari mediators had departed Tehran after “17 hours of intensive negotiations”, which began on Sunday and culminated in an agreement.

14.06.2026 - 16:44 [ Daily Pakistan ]

Qatari delegation in Tehran to push US–Iran peace deal amid resistance

TEHRAN – A Qatari delegation has reportedly arrived in Tehran amid high-level diplomatic activity linked to ongoing efforts for “message exchange” between the US and Iran, as Tehran shows resistance over signing date.

The visiting delegation is headed by advisor to Qatar’s Foreign Minister. The visit is said to aim at continuing indirect communication and transmission of messages between Tehran and Washington. This is second visit by the Qatari delegation to Tehran within just a few days amid intensified behind-the-scenes diplomacy.

A potential peace agreement between Iran and US could be signed digitally as early as today.