mediators
Coverage of mediators in the Nexus archive.
- U.S.-Iran talks pause for ayatollah's funeral after claims of progress
Negotiations between Iran and the U.S. will pause for a week due to the funeral of Iran's slain supreme leader. Trump and mediators report progress in the talks before the pause.
- U.S. and Iran hold separate meetings in Qatar and agree to continue discussions
U.S. and Iranian negotiators met separately with Qatari and Pakistani mediators in Qatar, where they made positive progress and agreed to continue discussions, according to the host nation.
- With indirect U.S.-Iran talks resuming, Vance says "core mission" achieved
Indirect U.S.-Iran talks have resumed, with U.S. official Vance stating the 'core mission' has been achieved. Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with mediators in Qatar, but not directly with Iranian representatives.
- Mediators set up de-escalation channels ahead of US-Iran talks, source says
Iranian and U.S. technical teams are expected to meet in Doha to discuss an interim peace deal, following weekend strikes that risked derailing the agreement. Mediators have established de-escalation channels, but a senior Iranian official stated the technical meetings are not confirmed.
- Mediators see "encouraging progress" in first round of U.S.-Iran talks
U.S. and Iranian negotiators have agreed to create mechanisms to ensure safe transits in the Strait of Hormuz and peace in Lebanon, according to mediators. The talks marked the first round of discussions between the two countries.
- Mediators hail 'progress' in US-Iran talks after lengthy opening session
Iran's senior envoys and the United States held a marathon negotiating session in Switzerland, with mediators reporting progress toward a deal. The host nation indicated technical talks will follow immediately, as both sides begin a 60-day period to reach a long-term settlement, following a recent memorandum of understanding after a 40-day war and an inconclusive ceasefire.
- Mediators say high-level Iran-US negotiations over in Switzerland; technical talks to go on to reach final Iran war deal
High-level Iran-US negotiations in Switzerland have concluded, with technical discussions set to continue in an effort to finalize a war deal. Mediators confirmed the end of the high-level talks but emphasized ongoing technical efforts.
- 'Peace has never been closer': Mediators hopeful of Iran-US deal...but leak of draft sparks row
Mediators express optimism about a potential Iran-US deal, but a leaked draft of the agreement has sparked controversy. The situation highlights both progress toward peace and diplomatic tensions.
- Israeli fire kills three in Gaza amid new ceasefire push
Israeli strikes killed three people in Gaza City's Moghrabi Street, according to health officials. Mediators are struggling to advance a renewed effort to reinforce a U.S.-brokered truce, with the Israeli military confirming a strike on a militant.
- Gaza talks hosted by Egypt stall as Hamas disarmament ‘remains only point of contention’
Gaza talks hosted by Egypt have stalled as Hamas disarmament remains the sole point of contention. A Palestinian source described the talks as continuing with 'clearly differing visions,' while another stated the responsibility now lies with Israel and mediators.
- Trump says Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to dial back fighting after US leader talked with Netanyahu and mediators
Trump states that Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to reduce fighting following the US leader's discussions with Netanyahu and mediators.
- US and Iran move closer to extending ceasefire by 60 days, say mediators
The US and Iran are nearing a 60-day ceasefire extension, facilitated by mediators, with terms including the gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement aims to reduce tensions and restore maritime access in a strategically vital region.
- US-Iran conflict: What’s the latest as the Islamabad talks stall?
The US and Iran remain entrenched in their positions amid stalled Islamabad talks, with mediators seeking a diplomatic resolution to the escalating US-Israel war on Iran.
- Mediators push to extend U.S.-Iran ceasefire
Pakistan expects to host a second round of U.S.-Iran negotiations to end the war, though details on timing and location remain unspecified. Mediators are pushing for an extension of the ceasefire between the two nations.