CBS News reports that Iran’s president publicly labeled US military strikes against Iran as cowardly, prompting US President Trump to threaten annihilation in a sharp exchange that has escalated Middle East tensions further.
The Guardian reports that Iran’s president sharply attacked US President Trump’s ‘bully’ policies at the UN General Assembly while also signaling willingness to manage differences through dialogue, drawing broad international attention against a tense Middle East backdrop.
US-Iran nuclear talks pause for Ayatollah Khamenei’s funeral. Trump claims progress while mediators report narrowed positions, though core disagreements remain.
Core Summary US envoys have arrived in Doha, Qatar to consult with mediators on the Iran nuclear issue. However, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry confirmed that no Iranian representatives are present for direct talks — only indirect communication is underway. Brief According to BBC and CNN, the US negotiation team arrived in Doha prepared to relay messages to Iran through Qatari and other intermediaries. Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesman stated clearly that “no high-level meetings or direct talks between the US and Iran are scheduled.” ...
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has detailed American demands on Iran nuclear negotiations, which are facing increasing obstacles. Both sides remain significantly divided on key issues. Analysts suggest the deadlock could lead to a harder US stance, including further economic sanctions or even military options.
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi conducts a 72-hour diplomatic sprint across three countries, proposing a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz while deferring nuclear negotiations with the US to a later stage.
Iran’s foreign minister travels to Moscow to meet with President Putin as US-Iran nuclear negotiations stall, with Trump expressing dissatisfaction with Iran’s latest proposal, reshaping Middle Eastern geopolitical dynamics.
Iran is seeking an agreement to lift its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which would delay nuclear negotiations, while continuing intensive diplomatic outreach in Russia.
Trump cancels US envoys’ trip to Pakistan for Iran war negotiations after Tehran announces no intention for direct talks with Washington, dimming ceasefire prospects.
President Trump abruptly canceled the Pakistan trip of envoys Witkoff and Kushner for Iran peace negotiations, casting uncertainty over the diplomatic efforts and drawing international attention.