Iran negotiations

US-led initiative tightens efforts to block weapons from reaching Iran, stop nuclear proliferation

The US and its partners said they would strengthen intelligence sharing to prevent Iran from acquiring or transferring technology linked to the development of weapons of mass destruction.

USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) conducts US blockade operations related to the Strait of Hormuz on April 16, 2026.
Members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) attend an exercise in southern Iran Monday, 16th February 2026

Iran weighing options against US, Israel as nuclear talks stall, Israeli defense official says

Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani meets with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on the sidelines of 81st United Nations General Assembly, in New York City, US, September 22, 2026.

US, Iran expected to hold separate talks with mediators on Monday, Tuesday, official says

 The Qader cruise missile is seen during the annual military parade in Tehran, Iran, September 21, 2024.

Negotiators pushing Iran for nuclear program concessions in exchange for US peace talks - report


US awaits Iran response to proposed ceasefire and nuclear deal

The US expects a response from Iran as soon as today, according to a regional source cited by CNN.

Jared Kushner, left, and Steve Witkoff, Special Envoy for Peace Missions listen as Vice President JD Vance speaks during a news conference after meeting with representatives from Pakistan and Iran, April 12, 2026 in Islamabad, Pakistan.

Iran war unresolved 'because of Trump’s mistake': Expert warns US, Israel must return to fighting

“The Iranian hubris is overflowing,” INSS Iran researcher Beni Sabti said, warning that the only way to push the regime to accept negotiations is through renewed strikes.

A woman walks past a billboard featuring an image of the late Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on a building, amid a ceasefire between US and Iran, in Tehran, Iran, April 27, 2026

Trump says US to begin escorting ships out of Persian Gulf through Strait of Hormuz

"This process, Project Freedom, will begin Monday morning, Middle East time," US President Donald Trump said in a statement published in Truth Social.

US President Donald Trump disembarks Air Force One upon his arrival at Ocala International Airport in Ocala, Florida, US, May 1, 2026.

Iranian official says conflict with US 'likely' to restart after Trump rejects proposal

Trump said on Friday that he was "not satisfied" with Iran's latest proposal, without detailing which elements he opposes, while the White House refused to comment on the state of the negotiations.

Ships and boats in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman, April 29, 2026.

Trump says Iran war 'terminated,' as war powers deadline arrives

In a letter to congressional leaders on Friday, the deadline to come to Congress about the war, Trump said there has been no exchange of fire with Iran since the ceasefire.

US President Donald Trump disembarks Air Force One upon his arrival at Ocala International Airport in Ocala, Florida, US, May 1, 2026.

US rejects Iran's offer to open Hormuz without nuclear talks, pushes for Aoun-Netanyahu meeting

Trump briefed on CENTCOM plan to renew Iran strikes • IDF shifts focus to Iranian nuclear threat • Board of Peace denies rumors of Kiryat Gat base closure

US President Donald Trump steps off Air Force One at Palm Beach International Airport on May 01, 2026 in Palm Beach, Florida.

CENTCOM prepares for renewed strikes in Iran, IDF strikes Hezbollah in southern Lebanon

UAE places travel ban Iran • UK raises terror threat level to severe • Netanyahu pushes for new deadline on Lebanon talks.

IDF troops operating in southern Lebanon on April 25, 2026.

Trump braces for long Hormuz blockade, IDF strikes Hezbollah launcher inside civilian building

Netanyahu "frequently" speaks with Trump, PMO says • US aircraft carrier to leave Middle East after 10-month-long mission • IAEA Chief Grossi: "Majority of Iran's uranium likely is at Isfahan site"

US President Donald Trump against the backdrop of the NATO flag, April 24, 2026; illustrative.

Iran uses improvised oil storage to avoid damage to oil facilities amid blockade - report

This situation stems from the fact that the Iranian extraction and refining systems can't be shut down, with Kharg Island's infrastructure at risk of failure if the oil flow is cut.

 Iranian flag with stock graph and an oil pump jack miniature model are seen in this illustration taken October 9, 2023.

Trump reportedly preparing for extended Iran blockade as US imposes fresh sanctions

IDF blows up massive Hezbollah tunnel in southern Lebanon • Trump claims Iran in 'state of collapse' • Tehran fears popular protests amid economic uncertainty

US President Donald Trump speaks to the press during an event outside the Oval Office of the White House on April 13, 2026 in Washington, DC.