Diplomatic efforts

Trump stated that a deal with Iran is expected within the next two to three hours, with mediators indicating negotiations are nearing a breakthrough. Reuters reports mediators are optimistic about a US-Iran agreement, amid efforts to end the broader war and contain Israeli escalation, though Iran resists terms allowing Israel to continue attacks.

The African Union Commission expresses deep concern over renewed hostilities between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions and achieve a peaceful resolution.

Tensions between Iran and Israel have escalated as both nations exchange air attacks. Diplomatic efforts to achieve lasting peace have failed.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to testify before Congress in back-to-back hearings on Capitol Hill for the first time since the Iran war began. The hearings will focus on questions about the Trump administration’s diplomatic efforts.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to testify before Congress for the first time since the Iran war began, facing questions about the Trump administration’s fragile and stalling diplomatic efforts around the world.

The US bombed radar and drone sites in Iran, while Tehran attacked a US air base in Kuwait. Diplomatic efforts between the two countries continue.

Iran has vowed a 'long, painful' response if the US renews attacks, amid stalled diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict. A ceasefire has been in place since April 8 but remains at an impasse.

Diplomatic efforts to end the US-Israel war on Iran remain stalled as Tehran refuses to engage in talks while under pressure. The 53rd day of the conflict highlights ongoing tensions without progress toward de-escalation.

BBC chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet reports from Iran on fragile ceasefire efforts to prevent renewed conflict. Diplomatic talks between Iran and the US are underway to achieve a deal amid uncertainty about success.

The BBC's chief international correspondent, Lyse Doucet, reports from Iran as diplomatic efforts to prevent renewed conflict intensify. A fragile ceasefire exists, but Iranians remain uncertain about the potential for a U.S.-led deal to avoid war.

A temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine has begun during the Orthodox Easter holiday, marking a rare pause in hostilities. Both parties have agreed to observe the truce, though US-led diplomatic efforts to end the war remain stalled. The agreement highlights potential for short-term de-escalation but does not address long-term conflict resolution.