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US-Iran talks remain in flux as a reported draft deal awaits Trump’s approval and Tehran officials push back on key terms over the Strait of Hormuz, uranium stockpiles and sanctions while voices inside Iran report medicine shortages, layoffs and worsening hardship.

Iranian officials say sanctions relief remains a major obstacle in negotiations with the US, stressing no timeline exists for a deal. Tehran says talks continue through mediators but insists confidence-building measures must come before discussing its nuclear programme.

Progress in talks on US-Iran deal slows down — WSJ According to the newspaper, the US side is seeking clear nuclear guarantees from Tehran in advance, while Iran insists that Washingon be more precise regarding the sanctions relief process

Rubio says Iran talks show 'some progress,' but two sides are 'not there yet' WASHINGTON, May 22 (Yonhap) -- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday too...

Iran: Major sections of agreement finalized despite US aggressions Iran’s Foreign Ministry has stated that the major sections of a potential understanding with the United States are nearly finalized, despite Washington’s contradictory positions and repeated military aggressions for disrupting the diplomatic process.

US-Iran peace talks remain alive, but the expected in-person signing has been shelved. Tehran says no Sunday timeline is confirmed and urges caution over speculation. A draft framework reportedly exists, yet key political and security issues still stand between text and treaty.

Iran’s foreign ministry says ‘deep mistrust’ in US remains despite deal Iran’s foreign ministry said on Monday that Tehran still holds “deep mistrust” of the United States despite an agreed framework aimed at ending the war.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.“Unfortunately, it must be acknowledged that Iran’s deep mistrust of the United States stems from long history of wrongdoing by American leaders,” said foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei in a weekly press briefing.“The United States still has a long way to go before it can earn the trust of the Iranian people,” he noted, adding that the framework was “merely a step toward reducing tensions and end a war” which broke out late February.US committed to compensations, releasing frozen funds Baqaei said that the United States had committed to releasing Iran’s frozen funds abroad and compensating it for damages during the war under a framework deal.“The release of the frozen Iranian assets as well as the reparations for damages are two essential points.

Diplomacy with US remains priority but Iran ready for war: Ghalibaf Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Tuesday that Tehran continues to prioritize diplomacy with the United States but remains prepared for military confrontat...

What Challenges Could Stand in the Way of a Final US-Iran Deal? While a breakthrough cannot be ruled out, most analysts are skeptical the two sides can forge a final settlement within the 60-day window kayhanlife.com/news/iran/wh...

Iran peace deal looms while new military action flares near Strait of Hormuz The United States and Iran signaled on Friday that an agreement ​to end their war was close, with a senior U.S. administration official saying both sides had agreed on a text and that Washington expects to sign an initial deal in the coming days.

BREAKING: Esmail Baghaei, spokesperson for Iran's foreign ministry, says the first day of talks with the US covered remaining clauses of the interim deal, oil sales, and the Strait of Hormuz, with "good progress" made

(LEAD) Rubio says Iran talks show 'some progress,' but two sides are 'not there yet' WASHINGTON, May 22 (Yonhap) -- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday too...

A preliminary US-Iran agreement is a positive step, but it is not yet a peace deal. Major issues remain unresolved, and lasting relief will depend on whether both sides can turn early commitments into a durable settlement. #Iran #Diplomacy www.channelnewsasia.com/commentary/u...

Possible Iran-US deal: What we know about the key issues on both sides The United States and Iran have downplayed prospects for a rapid deal to end the Middle East war, despite signs of progress in talks. Key sticking points remain over Iran’s nuclear programme, control of the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions relief and a possible ceasefire in Lebanon, with both sides signalling that major issues are still unresolved.

📰 #Finance "The US and Iran traded messages over the weekend seeking changes to a draft agreement that would extend a ceasefire and open the Strait of Hormuz, but it was unclear whether the sides were making much progress."

Vance reports progress in Iran talks - but Trump has not yet agreed A 60-day plan is supposedly on the table. But there is still no agreement between the US and Iran, according to JD Vance. Meanwhile, Tehran reports the shooting down of a US aircraft - the Pentagon contradicts.

What to know about potential US-Iran agreement - ABC News The one-page memo calls for negotiations over 30 days. The U.S. and Iran are negotiating over a memorandum of understanding aimed at breaking through thestandoff in the Strait of Hormuzand setting a timeline for both sides to workout a more comprehensive nuclear deal, according to officials familiar with the matter. The one-page memorandum currently on the table from the Trump administration would see Iran easing its grip on the strait and the U.S. gradually lifting its naval blockade of the country’s ports over a 30-day period, the officials said. Officials underscore that nothing has been formally agreed to at this point and that some issues -- including ones related to Iran’s ongoing demands to charge a toll for transiting the strategic waterway -- still need to be resolved. Iranian and U.S. negotiators have passed multiple draft versions of the memorandum backand forth in recent days, and the administration is currently waiting for feedbackfrom Iran on several points, they said. In its current form, the one-page memorandum does contain terms related to Iran’s nuclear program, but the expectation is that most of the…

Middle East updates: US-Iran talks appear to stall again An Iranian military official says "war is inevitable" because Tehran won't surrender. Also, reports of strikes between Israel and Hezbollah continue after President Donald Trump said "shooting will stop." DW has more.

Middle East updates: US-Iran talks appear to stall An Iranian military official says "war is inevitable" because Tehran won't surrender. Also, reports of strikes between Israel and Hezbollah continue, despite Trump saying the shooting would stop. DW has more.

Iran deal very close, signing possible in coming days, US official says The United States and Iran are not quite at the finish line, but are very close to a deal to resolve their conflict, a senior US official said on Friday, adding that Washington expects to sign an initial deal in the coming days.“The negotiating team has got us in a very good spot, but let’s see here, we’re not quite at the finish line yet, but we are very close,” the US official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, told reporters.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.The official said the terms agreed accomplish US President Donald Trump’s core objectives and “gets it in a very, very good place at the end of it.”The terms of the so-called memorandum of understanding (MOU) include reopening the Strait of Hormuz and a lifting of the US blockade on Iranian ports, the official told reporters. The MOU would lead to the dismantling of Iran’s nuclear program and Tehran’s highly enriched uranium would be destroyed on site and then taken out of

The US-Iran MoU: A mirage of an agreement Both Washington and Tehran know that current deal will not lead to lasting peace. It is merely a strategic pause

📰 #Finance "The US and Iran traded messages over the weekend seeking changes to a draft agreement that would extend a ceasefire and open the Strait of Hormuz, but it was unclear if the sides were making much progress."

US Iran Tehran peace talks: fragile signal of a deal within reach as ... Share This: Reports emerging from a live diplomatic and conflict tracker suggest a rare opening in one of the world’s most entrenched geopolitical standoffs. The US Iran Tehran peace talks narrative has shifted suddenly, with signals that a potential agreement may be within reach—yet still remains unsigned and fragile. The messaging, carried through evolving updates from regional and international sources, points to cautious movement rather than resolution. At the center of this development are the United States, Iran, and officials in Tehran , with intermediaries reportedly testing whether escalation can be paused without formal commitments. The framing from Al Jazeera highlights a diplomatic space that is active but undefined, where language is moving faster than agreements. What remains unclear is whether this is a genuine shift toward de-escalation or another temporary pause in a cycle that has repeatedly collapsed before reaching formal terms. What Actually Happened According to live reporting from Al Jazeera, signals have emerged suggesting that indirect communication channels between the United States …

Iran deal very close, signing possible in coming days, US official says <p>WASHINGTON, June 12 (Reuters) - The United States and Iran are not quite at the finish line, but are very close to a deal to resolve their conflict, a senior U.S. official said on Friday, adding that Washington expects to sign a deal in the coming days.</p><p>"The negotiating team has got us in a very good spot, but let's see here, we're not quite at the finish line yet, but we are very close," the U.S. official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, told reporters.</p>

Iran war day 106: US and Iran say deal close but Lebanon fighting continues US and Iran say a deal to end the war is close, with a final text agreed but key steps still pending.

Tehran and Washington are locked in tense indirect talks over nukes and the Strait of Hormuz ⚠️ Iran demands sanctions relief, the US threatens a military fallback. Is a deal or escalation next? Full story 👉 https://hyperlocalnews.website/inten/iran-and-the-us-in-a-fog-of-talks-distrust-and.html

🇺🇸🇮🇷 Progress on the US-Iran preliminary agreement is hindered by political disagreement. Key points include Strait of Hormuz navigation, uranium stocks, sanctions relief, and asset release. A "very strong" agreement is expected to be signed in 2-3 days.

Is a memorandum between Tehran and Washington a path back to nuclear diplomacy, or just a way of postponing the hardest questions? Our latest Iran Briefing examines the debates unfolding in Tehran over ceasefire diplomacy, Hormuz, and the future of Iran's nuclear programme mailchi.mp/europeanlead...

'A lot of uncertainty' as Washington says US, Iran to resume talks Washington and Tehran have agreed to halt a new series of tit-for-tat strikes and renew talks aimed at ending the Middle East war, a US official said Sunday. The recent strikes had threatened to upend the interim deal in place between the US and Iran, but even with the talks set to resume, the path to a lasting deal remains unclear, says France 24’s correspondent in Jerusalem Noga Tarnopolsky.

'Ready for war': Iran draws red line for US, says no final talks until MoU terms are met Iran's Parliament Speaker has issued a stark warning of war if the US fails to adhere to a memorandum of understanding, emphasizing that negotiations will halt until Washington fulfills its commitments. Tehran views recent Persian Gulf incidents as violations, vowing a strong reaction. Discussions are currently focused on implementing the MoU, including the lifting of a naval blockade and the release of frozen assets, with technical talks planned in Doha.

US-Iran deal: Between conflict and compromise The US and Iran are starting tough negotiations after signing a ceasefire agreement. DW looks at the red lines, and where both sides could agree.

Possible Iran-US deal: Tehran denies final text has been agreed The United States and Iran appear to have the draft text of an agreement to extend their ceasefire for 60 days and provide a framework to negotiate longer-term peace. But there have been conflicting reports from sources in Washington and Tehran about what might be covered in the initial agreement – and what is off the table. FRANCE 24’s correspondent Reza Sayah tells us more about what Iranian officials have been saying.

As Trump touts nuclear progress, US-Iran talks show little momentum With a final nuclear agreement far from reach, the US-Iran conflict risks settling into a new status quo.

Technical talks between US, Iran continue — Reuters The news agency said, citing a US official, that Washington is still committed to finding a solution with Iran

[2/4] conflicts continue to put pressure on ceasefires and have evolved into more intense fighting in recent days. Negotiations continue, but the problem is that both sides want to negotiate from a position of strength. The United States believes that it can increase pressure on Iran

“As negotiations between the [US]… and Iran …move towards a possible breakthrough, the stakes extend far beyond diplomacy ... At issue is not simply a ceasefire … It is whether the world economy can avoid sliding deeper into widening energy, food and cost-of-living crises ...” aje.news/10lmiy

Iran says no final understanding with US yet, rejects Trump's 'language of must' Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman said Friday that message exchanges with Washington continue, but no final understanding has been reached.

Iran-US talks await Khamenei approval after gaps resolved - Axios Key gaps in negotiations between Iran and the United States were resolved during talks between Iranian officials and Qatari mediators in Tehran on Wednesday, Axios reported, citing three sources briefed on the talks. The sources said the gaps involved the mechanism for releasing Iran’s frozen assets, arrangements for reopening the Strait of Hormuz during a 60-day ceasefire period, and how negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program would be conducted during that period. Iranian officials told several countries on Thursday that the Tehran talks had produced an agreement in principle, but Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei still needed to give final approval, the sources said, according to the report.

Iran peace deal looms while new military action flares near Strait of Hormuz <p>By Parisa Hafezi, Phil Stewart and Steve Holland</p><p>DUBAI/WASHINGTON, June 12 (Reuters) - The United States and Iran signaled on Friday that an agreement to endtheir warwas close, with a senior U.S. administration official saying both sides had agreed on a text and that Washington expects to sign an initial deal in the coming days.</p><p>Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said that while changes in the deal were still possible, the tentative agreement showed his country had emerged stronger from the conflict.</p>

Iran says conclusion reached on several issues with US, but agreement not imminent yespunjab.com?p=256757 #Iran #UnitedStates #NuclearTalks #MarcoRubio #StraitOfHormuz #Diplomacy #MiddleEast #DonaldTrump #GlobalPolitics #IranUSRelations #BreakingNews #WorldNews #Tehran

After having heard the same line many, many times before - and yet with no result (instead, more often the opposite of sliding into further conflict and escalation) - Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday welcomed the "progress" made between the United States and Iran in indirect negotiations . CNN and other mainstream outlets are reporting on this "hint" that an interim deal taking shape (again). But given the pattern and track record of such reporting, which has consistently proven premature, elusive, and often downright false - it's hard not to have cynicism and to see much of this as but crude propaganda aimed at keeping energy prices down . "Both sides welcomed the progress achieved through sustained diplomatic engagement and expressed hope that these efforts will soon lead to a durable understanding and peaceful resolution," according to Pakistan’s readout of a Foreign Ministry call with the European Union's chief diplomat. via AFP And yet, the message out of Iran does not suggest positive momentum or the beginnings of any kind of deal taking shape - though it remains that anything is possible (depending on how much either side is willing to 'give up' their respect…

The New York Times reports negotiations to end the Iran conflict remain fragile despite claims of progress from the Trump camp. Ceasefire violations, Strait of Hormuz tensions, sanctions disputes, and regional mistrust continue to threaten any durable breakthrough.

No Iran-US agreement expected anytime soon — Iranian Foreign Ministry According to Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei, frequent changes in the US position are complicating the negotiation process

US-Iran talks advance toward potential deal - Rubio signals agreement within days. Three sticking points remain: Hormuz control, nuclear restrictions, sanctions relief. Naval blockade holds until terms finalized. Cross-confirmed across 13 sources on factline.io #OSINT #Iran #Diplomacy

[2/4] conflicts continue to put pressure on ceasefires and have evolved into more intense fighting in recent days. Negotiations continue, but the problem is that both sides want to negotiate from a position of strength. The United States believes that it can increase pressure on Iran

Iran, US say deal to end war 'has never been closer' Iran's foreign minister and the US president have both stated that an agreement to end the war in Iran could be imminent. Mediators in Pakistan say they are working "to finalize the next steps." DW has more.

How far have the US and Iran got towards ending the Iran war? The United States and Iran have reached ⁠an agreement to extend ​a ceasefire, allow shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and lift a US blockade and some sanctions on Iran, sources told Reuters, but the deal has not been finalised. An agreement would represent a big step towards ending a ​war that has pushed the world towards an energy crisis, though the underlying dispute over Iran's nuclear programme would only be thrashed out in talks over subsequent weeks.

📰 #Finance "The US and Iran traded messages over the weekend seeking changes to a draft agreement that would extend a ceasefire and open the Strait of Hormuz, but it was unclear whether the sides were making much progress."

The progress seems to have been made by kicking the can with thorny issues like the nuclear program and sanctions for later talks. This interim deal is focused on ending fighting, opening the strait, and ending the US embargo. The issue holding up the deal is that Iran wants it's frozen funds asap

Updated on 11 Jun 26, 14:42:13 PKT Summary The sources said Iran and the United States were still exchanging messages over ‌details of a memorandum of understanding amid the ongoing confrontation between Tehran and Washington DUBAI (Reuters) – Efforts to reach an interim deal to end hostilities between Iran and the US have intensified, three Iranian sources and a European official told Reuters on Thursday, despite strikes launched by both sides, as the warring parties ​discuss how to release frozen Iranian funds. The sources said Iran and the United States were still exchanging messages over ‌details of a memorandum of understanding amid the ongoing confrontation between Tehran and Washington. The Iranian sources said a political understanding had been reached, but some issues remained to be discussed in detail, including a mechanism for the release of tens of billions of dollars of Iranian oil revenues frozen in foreign banks. "Iran ​wants $6 billion to $12 billion of its frozen funds to be released to Tehran, while Washington wants to release funds in ​stages for humanitarian goods and rejects returning funds to Iran outright," said one of the Iranian sources. A ⁠ senior European…

Optics of peace first, details later: The US-Iran 60-day challenge Negotiators have yet to hold talks on key issues that have plagued US-Iran diplomacy for decades, say analysts.

U.S. Says Iran Cease-Fire Deal ‘Very Close’ A senior administration official said the two sides were “not quite at the finish line yet.”

US and Iran continue to negotiate despite escalation — Fox News The senior White House official stressed that Washington would keep to exert "maximum pressure to get a deal done"

​Washington prepares for a signing ceremony, but the US-Iran agreement resembles shopping for a wedding dress after a first date. Premature. While both sides seek a 60-day reprieve to address nuclear concerns, the pact remains a fragile memorandum rather than a final peace settlement.

IRAN: FM Spox: US Has Shown It Is Not Serious About Diplomacy The spox for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, Esmail Baghaei, says that "there is no plan for a second round of negotiations with the US for now." Adds that the US has shown it is "not serious" about pursuing the diplomatic process, accusing it of committing "aggressive acts" and violating the provisions of the ceasefire. Baghaei: "We will respond with full force to any aggression against us....Everything happening in the Strait of Hormuz is a result of American-Israeli aggressions". Spox claims that Iran has submitted its own 10-point peace proposal to Pakistan, and that a lack of progress has been due to "the opposing side that constantly changes its positions and issues contradictory media statements." Find more articles and bullets on these widgets: Attention in USDCAD is on key near-term resistance and a bull trigger at 1.3753, the Mar 3 high. A clear break of this hurdle would confirm a range breakout, highlight a stronger bull cycle and confirm a clear breach of the 20- and 50-day EMAs. This would open 1.3800 initially, the Jan 23 high. For bears, a reversal would refocus attention on 1.3482, the Jan 30 low and be…

Enriched uranium key issue in Iran talks, no deal yet: Rubio The fate of Iran’s highly enriched uranium stockpiles is at the center of talks with Washington, and Tehran has not yet agreed to a peace deal, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday.Washington insists that Iran must turn over its near-weapons-grade enriched uranium, agree to curb its nuclear activities and re-open the Strait of Hormuz for any peace agreement to take hold.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.“I think now, in some of the papers that have been exchanged back and forth, it’s clearly addressed, but we...still don’t have final sign off from their system as of this morning,” Rubio told the House Foreign Affairs Committee.Rubio also doubled down on his assertion that the war in Iran was over, even as Iran attacked Kuwait’s airport, killing one and wounding 63 people on Wednesday, in a significant escalation.“We’re no longer conducting sustained strikes inside of Iran to degrade their military, because Epic Fury is over,”

US-Iran Nuclear Deal Talks Advance Amid Mixed Signals: Ceasefire Framework Takes Shape, Key Disputes Remain Diplomatic negotiations between the United States and Iran have reached an advanced stage, wi… #Akerix #IranNuclearDeal #USIranRelations https://akerix.com/article/iran-nuclear-deal-updates

Iran hails ‘progress’ as first day of talks with US conclude after shaky start <p>Mediators Pakistan and Qatar issue statement saying talks will run for rest of the week, as fighting in Lebanon continues to threaten agreement</p><p>Iran’s foreign minister has declared “progress” after the first day of talks between high-ranking officials from Washington and Tehran ended in Switzerland, despite a tense opening marked by Donald Trump threats to restart attacks.</p><p>A joint statement from mediators Qatar and Pakistan said the ⁠US and Iran agreed to a roadmap towards⁠ a final deal within 60 days. Technical talks between lower-ranked officials ​will continue for the rest of the week, according to the statement, with fighting between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon at the top of the agenda.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/22/iran-us-talks-progress-pakistan-qatar-lebanon-israel">Continue reading...</a>

Explainer-What challenges could stand in the way of a final US-Iran deal? <p>By Matt Spetalnick</p><p>WASHINGTON, June 17 (Reuters) - When U.S. and Iranian negotiators sit down in Switzerland on Friday after nearly four months of war, the stakes couldn’t be higher as they face an array of hurdles that could derail efforts to reach a comprehensive peace agreement.</p><p>While a breakthrough cannot be ruled out, most analysts are skeptical the two sides can forge a final settlement within the 60-day window laid out in a “memorandum of understanding” that President Donald Trump and Iranian leaders approved this week.</p>

Iran denies deal with US is imminent despite some progress <p>Tehran says ‘contradictory statements’ from US and Israeli interference hindering negotiations</p><p>Iran has poured cold water on suggestions that a deal with the US is imminent, pointing to the confusion in US positions and Israeli interference as key factors in why a complete agreement is proving difficult to secure.</p><p>Speaking at the weekly foreign ministry press briefing, Esmail Baghaei, the spokesperson for Iran’s negotiating team, also said future management of the strait of Hormuz was a matter for Oman and Iran to reach agreement on, and that it was not tolls that were being proposed but “fees for navigational services”.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/25/iran-denies-deal-us-imminent-israel-oman-strait-of-hormuz">Continue reading...</a>

US, Iran inch closer to deal, timing remains unclear WASHINGTON/DUBAI - US and Pakistani leaders forecast a Sunday signing of a long-elusive &zwnj;framework agreement to end fighting between the United States and Iran, but Tehran cast doubt over the timing and hardline protesters in Iran voiced opposition.

Initial deal to end U.S.-Iran war moves toward formal signing despite lingering questions <p>DUBAI, United Arab Emirates &#8212; An initial agreement between the United States and Iran to extend their shaky ceasefire inched toward a formal signing despite questions Monday over the fate of Tehran&#8217;s nuclear program and an offensive by Israel in Lebanon that could prolong the fighting and scuttle the deal.</p>

“American and Iranian officials now say a peace deal with Iran could be at hand. But it appears that it will initially consist of a framework for negotiations that will push the thorniest issues, like Iran’s nuclear program and sanctions relief, down the road.” www.nytimes.com/2026/06/14/w...

[2/4] conflicts continue to put pressure on ceasefires and have evolved into more intense fighting in recent days. Negotiations continue, but the problem is that both sides want to negotiate from a position of strength. The United States believes that it can increase pressure on Iran

US still committed to talks with Iran, official says <article data-history-node-id="443910" about="https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-still-committed-talks-iran-official-says" class="live-blog-update default clearfix"> <h2> <a href="https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-still-committed-talks-iran-official-says" rel="bookmark"> <span class="field field-title">US still committed to talks with Iran, official says</span> </a> </h2> <div class="content"> <div class="field field-field-text"><p>A US official said on Thursday that Washington is still committed to finding a resolution with Iran and that technical talks are continuing amid renewed tensions between the countries, Reuters is reporting.</p> <p>This comes after reports of strikes hitting multiple areas in southern Iran, which officials are denying the US was involved in.</p> </div> </div> </article>

US-Iran Doha talks end without breakthrough, focus on Strait of Hormuz Iran and the United States concluded two days of indirect talks in Doha on Wednesday without clear progress toward a lasting peace, as discussions focused on implementing parts of their June agreement. US President Donald Trump said the sides were making progress on possible limits to Iran's nuclear programme.

Iran war day 111: Tehran warns US as 14-point plan takes effect Iran and the US say a deal to end the conflict is in force, but questions remain over its implementation.

Iran Eyes Limited US Deal to Relieve Economic Strain and Buy Time Iran is pushing for a limited interim agreement with the United States in a bid to ease mounting economic pressure and stabilize the situation at home, while avoiding major concessions on its nuclear program, according to sources and analysts. The approach reflects a familiar playbook for the Iranian regime: absorb pressure, avoid irreversible compromises and keep negotiations alive without shifting core positions, three Iranian sources close to decision-makers said, according to Reuters. But the latest push is also driven by more immediate concerns. Officials see a narrow deal as a way to buy time, unlock financial relief and contain rising domestic risks over a deteriorating economy without addressing the most contentious issues. The diplomatic maneuvering follows weeks of escalation after US-Israeli strikes in late February spiraled into a broader regional conflict. Iranian attacks across the Gulf heightened fears over the security of the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for roughly a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas supplies. Three months on, and ‌despite a fragile ‌ceasefire in early April, the confl…

US anxious to come to deal with Iran asTehran seeks release of frozen assets The US struck targets in Iran, the first since the start of the ceasefire and amid fragile talks between Tehran and Washington. The strikes come as the US is becoming anxious to come to a deal and end the war, as a growing number of Americans oppose the war ahead of the midterm elections. Iran has accused the US of violating the ceasefire and asked for the unfreezing of Iranian funds as part of the deal. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle tells us about where the talks stand now.

US, Iran temper hopes as fragile diplomatic framework emerges Iran and the United States are moving within sight of a possible diplomatic framework to wind down a three-month conflict, but officials on both sides are openly acknowledging that...

Nuclear issue remains key obstacle in Iran-US deal Simon Mabon, Professor of International Politics and Middle East Studies at Lancaster University, joins FRANCE 24 to discuss the latest developments in the Middle East. While Iran and the United States are still exploring a possible deal to end the conflict, both sides are now downplaying hopes of an imminent breakthrough after appearing close to an agreement just days ago. Mabon explains that Iran may currently hold leverage through its influence over the Strait of Hormuz, increasing pressure on both President Donald Trump and the global economy, while Tehran also seeks economic guarantees after years of sanctions. The Iranian nuclear programme remains a major obstacle, with Israel likely pushing behind the scenes against any agreement that fails to address it directly.

For days, intensive negotiations have been underway between the USA and Iran regarding an agreement to extend the ceasefire. However, a breakthrough is not in sight. Neither side is budging from its demands. Meanwhile, the USA is once again signaling its readiness to launch an attack.

Iran says progress made with U.S., but agreement not imminent Diplomatic efforts between Iran and the United States appear to be advancing, but disputes over sanctions, maritime control and Iran’s nuclear programme continue to complicate negotiations

Iran deal ‘very close’ but not at finish line, senior US official says The announcement comes after a week of tit-for-tat strikes between the two sides.

U.S.-Iran Talks More Likely To Contain the War Than Resolve It https://www.europesays.com/iran/132596/ Despite ongoing U.S.-Iran diplomatic engagement, continued ceasefire violations and unresolved disputes make prolonged, unstable containment more likely than…

‘Lots of things can still go wrong’ with US-Iran deal to end the war Henry Ensher says the US–Iran agreement is not a final settlement but only the start of a process that can go wrong.

Analysts say major gaps remain between the US and Iran despite ongoing talks, with disagreements over sanctions relief, frozen assets and the Strait of Hormuz still unresolved. Both sides appear to want to avoid full-scale war while continuing negotiations.

Iran War Live Updates: Middle East Awaits Latest on Potential Agreement While U.S. and Iranian officials have said that a deal could be signed within days, the terms remain uncertain, and there is still the potential for it to be derailed.

U.S. warns capable of resuming war with Iran as deal remains elusive The U.S. warns of potential war with Iran as diplomatic negotiations falter and tensions escalate over nuclear conditions and regional conflicts

Inside US-Iran talks: Why gaps persist and what comes next With positions entrenched, next phase hinges on whether Iran engages with US’s offer Dubai: After 21 hours of negotiations stretching into the early hours, US–Iran talksdid not so much fail as exposethe scale of the challenge ahead — laying bare deep divisions over nuclear limits, regional power and control of the Strait of Hormuz. The outcome was not unexpected. Both sides entered the talks withmaximalist positionsand limited room to compromise, making a breakthrough in a single session unlikely. What unfolded instead was a high-stakes test of intent — one that showed just how far apart Washington and Tehran remain. At the core are three fault lines: Iran’s refusal to abandon uranium enrichment,US insistence on a binding guaranteeagainst nuclear weaponisation, and competing claims over the future of the Strait of Hormuz — a chokepoint that typically carries about a fifth of global oil supplies. For Washington, the objective is clear — a verifiable commitment that Iran will not develop nuclear weapons or retain the capability to do so. Vice President JD Vance said the US had put forward its “final and best offer,” effe…

Uncertainty persists over US-Iran draft agreement Iran and the United States say progress has been made in talks over a 14-point memorandum of understanding, but both sides insist a final deal is not imminent. While US officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, describe the process as a “work in progress,” Tehran has accused Washington of sending mixed messages and says key details are still unresolved.

Iran looking to 'buy time to rebuild its military' amid talks to end war Iran accused the United States of breaching their ceasefire and warned it was ready to retaliate after overnight US strikes targeting Iranian missile sites and mine-laying boats. Despite the strikes, the US is adamant that a deal was within reach, and a top Iranian official delegation in Qatar says it is finalising a 14-point framework for a deal to end the war. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle looks at where talks are stalling.

US-Iran peace agreement: A reason to be optimistic? The United States and Iran are close to signing an agreement aimed at ending their war, three regional officials told The Associated Press on Friday. A senior U.S. official said the tentative deal includes terms for removing and destroying nuclear material from Iran. France 24's Douglas Herbert tells us more.

World Update Diplomatic talks involving the U.S. and Iran are continuing amid tensions in the Middle East. Discussions include regional security, shipping routes, and ceasefire proposals, while leaders push for a broader peace agreement.

"...[S]ome of the thorniest issues — including the fate of Iran’s nuclear program, and sanctions relief for Tehran — remain unresolved and have been pushed to a further round of negotiations." www.nytimes.com/live/2026/06...

Iran firm on red lines, says proposed deal not finalized amid US backtracking Tehran remains steadfast on its principled red lines as authorities review a proposed understanding, firmly rejecting speculation that a final deal has been reached despite Washington backtracking on recent military threats.

Iran says deal with US ‘not imminent’ despite progress Iran’s FM spokesman Baghaei says a ‘large portion’ of issues with the US have been resolved, but a deal is not imminent.

Iran-US deal: What are the main sticking points? The US and Iran may be nearing a breakthrough, according to Donald Trump. DW looks at what has emerged so far, and the key risks and challenges shaping any possible agreement.

'Work in progress': Washington seeks diplomatic exit from Iran war Despite signs of progress, uncertainty still surrounds a possible agreement between Washington and Tehran, with both sides signalling caution over the terms of any final deal. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Sunday that negotiations were still a “work in progress”, though his comments suggested growing confidence that a breakthrough could eventually be reached. FRANCE 24's Douglas Herbert has more.

How Iran is framing deal with US amid competing narratives Amid growing speculation about details and technicalities of a US-Iran deal, Washington and Tehran are painting different pictures, exposing a gap between public messaging and diplomatic reality.

U.S. and Iran are close to a deal to end their war, officials say <p>ISLAMABAD &#8212; The United States and Iran are close to signing an agreement aimed at ending their war, three regional officials told The Associated Press on Friday. A senior U.S. official said the tentative deal includes terms for removing and destroying nuclear material from Iran.</p>

Iran says this. The U.S. says that. A look at the trickiest issues in the unresolved conflict <p>The United States and Iran have less than 60 days to negotiate a permanent end to the war, but they still seem to be at odds over the interim deal they reached this month.</p>

2 wars later, US-Iran nuclear diplomacy returns to square one After two wars in the space of a year, diplomacy over Iran’s nuclear programme has come back to much the same place it was before the fighting began. The memorandum of understanding signed by US President Donald Trump and his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian, on Wednesday sets up talks that non-proliferation experts said would largely resume the US-Iran diplomatic track Washington broke off in February. That track had built on Oman-mediated talks – part of a wider Gulf diplomatic effort...

US-Iran talks still ongoing, Iran’s ambassador to Russia tells TASS The diplomat did not specify what stage the talks are at

US official says parties can still walk away from Iran deal, sequencing will be key <p>WASHINGTON, June 17 (Reuters) - Both Iran and the U.S. can walk away from the memorandum of understanding they are set to sign on Friday, and upcoming talks are likely to focus on the precise sequencing of the steps previewed in the preliminary accord, a senior U.S. official told reporters on Wednesday.</p><p>Speaking on condition of anonymity, the official read out the 14-point memorandum that is due to be formally signed in Switzerland. They said the upcoming meeting there will be "critical" for ensuring that the memorandum of understanding can evolve into a comprehensive agreement.</p>

Updated on 11 Jun 26, 14:42:13 PKT Summary The sources said Iran and the United States were still exchanging messages over ‌details of a memorandum of understanding amid the ongoing confrontation between Tehran and Washington DUBAI (Reuters) – Efforts to reach an interim deal to end hostilities between Iran and the US have intensified, three Iranian sources and a European official told Reuters on Thursday, despite strikes launched by both sides, as the warring parties ​discuss how to release frozen Iranian funds. The sources said Iran and the United States were still exchanging messages over ‌details of a memorandum of understanding amid the ongoing confrontation between Tehran and Washington. The Iranian sources said a political understanding had been reached, but some issues remained to be discussed in detail, including a mechanism for the release of tens of billions of dollars of Iranian oil revenues frozen in foreign banks. "Iran ​wants $6 billion to $12 billion of its frozen funds to be released to Tehran, while Washington wants to release funds in ​stages for humanitarian goods and rejects returning funds to Iran outright," said one of the Iranian sources. A ⁠ senior European…

Iran war: Vance says deal close but 'not there yet' Vice President JD Vance said the US and Iran made progress on a deal but were "not there yet." Earlier media reports said negotiators reached an agreement, pending approval from President Donald Trump. DW has the latest.

Iran, US moving closer to 'finalizing memorandum of understanding' to end imposed war: Baghaei Iran says its views are converging with the United States on a 14-point memorandum aimed at halting the US-Israeli-imposed war, unlocking Tehran’s frozen assets, and ending American maritime piracy.

US, Iran inch closer to deal, timing remains unclear <p>By Phil Stewart, Eman Abouhassira and Saad Sayeed</p><p>WASHINGTON/DUBAI, June 13 (Reuters) - U.S. and Pakistani leaders forecast a Sunday signing of a long-elusive framework agreement to end fighting between the United States and Iran, but Tehran cast doubt over the timing and hardline protesters in Iran voiced opposition.</p>