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The government has lifted emergency gas curbs as LNG supplies stabilize. The situation has improved with a ceasefire in place, ongoing negotiations, and resumed maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

US President Donald Trump expressed surprise at the large turnout at Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral, stating he expected the Iranian leader to be unpopular. Trump suggested the mourning might be 'fake' and noted Iran's desire to resume negotiations, which are paused until funeral proceedings conclude. He also mentioned the potential for military action but ruled it out to preserve negotiation leverage.

Netanyahu's office confirmed he spoke with Trump and agreed to meet soon. The conversation occurred amid tensions over Washington's negotiations with Iran.

The US indirectly warned Iran during negotiations that Israel might attempt to assassinate its top negotiators, including parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The US feared such actions would derail the ongoing negotiations.

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.

President Trump highlighted progress in U.S.-Iran negotiations. H.R. McMaster analyzed the situation, suggesting Iran is achieving its goals in the talks.

Ukraine's extended campaign against Russian energy infrastructure is disrupting fuel supplies and military logistics. Fuel shortages are increasing in occupied Crimea, potentially pressuring Putin to consider negotiations.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan al-Saud in Beijing, reaffirming China’s support for Middle East negotiations and urging sustained dialogue despite a fragile ceasefire. Wang emphasized that dialogue is better than confrontation.

A Qatari official confirmed there are no direct US-Iran talks planned in Doha, despite the US sending a delegation. The American team, including Steve Witfoff and Jared Kushner, will meet with mediators and Qatari officials to discuss regional issues, including Iran negotiations, but not direct meetings with Iran.

The United States and Iran are sharing conflicting messages about the prospects of a meeting between key negotiators in Qatar this week.

Estonian minister Margus Tsahkna claims stray Ukraine drones hitting Russia are worth the cost. He argues that EU negotiations with Moscow are premature.

Russia uses terms like 'special military operation,' 'separatists,' and 'negotiations' to obscure its war against Ukraine. Continued support from China, Russian societal backing, and US engagement lead Putin to maintain the conflict.

Iran launched retaliatory strikes on Kuwait and Bahrain, with Kuwait's military intercepting Iranian drones and ballistic missiles. Strikes in Bahrain damaged a building near a key location. Iran also threatened to halt all negotiations with the U.S. to end the conflict.

An Iranian official condemned a U.S. attack on Iran as a 'reckless violation of ceasefire' during ongoing negotiations. Ebrahim Azizi stated the U.S. 'failed President' has shown no commitment to negotiation principles or ceasefire agreements, predicting regret for the action.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with Pakistani officials to mediate negotiations between Tehran and Washington. US-Iran teams are working to finalize a war-ending deal.

U.S. President Donald Trump claimed Iran has agreed to long-term nuclear inspections, contradicting Iran's statements. Trump asserted this agreement would ensure 'Nuclear Honesty' and enable further negotiations.

A ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran surprised observers due to unfavorable conditions, including disputes over Iran's nuclear program, regional influence, sanctions, and military activity. Simulations suggested such an agreement was low-probability, but the deal emerged amid potential factors like hidden concessions, shifting priorities, or misunderstandings about its purpose.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that progress in negotiations with the US depends on both sides fulfilling agreed obligations. He emphasized that statements outside the agreed text hinder negotiations, following recent disputed comments by US President Donald Trump.

A Middle East expert claims Iran has gained direct benefits from U.S. negotiations, though a final agreement requires further discussions. The debate over which side benefits more continues as talks progress.

US Vice President JD Vance states that American and Iranian negotiators are continuing discussions in Switzerland despite his departure. Negotiations on an interim agreement with Iran are ongoing, with a memorandum of understanding planned for later this week.

Senator Lindsey Graham predicted that President Trump will use force to take control of the Strait of Hormuz from Iran if negotiations fail, and the U.S. would charge a fee for ships passing through the strait.

The article discusses the challenges in resolving the standoff over Iran's nuclear program and warns that failed negotiations could lead to an ongoing cycle of conflict between Washington and Tehran.

US and Iran began negotiations in Switzerland with Qatar and Pakistan as mediators. The talks are described as a 'historic' opportunity for stability.

Vance has rescheduled his trip to Switzerland for Iran negotiations after an earlier cancellation. The visit aims to address diplomatic discussions related to Iran.

Vance finally travels to Switzerland for Iran negotiations after his planned trip was abruptly canceled at the eleventh hour. The article highlights the delay and rescheduling of the diplomatic mission.

The United States and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding to end their conflict after over 100 days of war. The agreement includes further negotiations to address unresolved issues, as detailed by Le Monde with the full text and analysis.

The U.S. has lifted a blockade on Iranian ports, allowing ships to enter and exit as both countries enter a new 60-day phase of negotiations.

Trump launches new airstrikes on Iran as negotiations stall, with a Pentagon official stating the aim is to strengthen Washington's position for talks.

Trump accuses Iran of delaying negotiations and criticizes the regime for being 'all talk and no action,' stating Iran will 'have to pay the price' for the prolonged talks.

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that Tehran could abandon negotiations and escalate to direct confrontation if Israel continues attacks on southern Lebanon and Beirut. He accused the US and Israel of sabotaging diplomacy by rejecting ceasefire efforts and violating agreements through a naval blockade and supporting Israeli actions.

Iran marks 100 days into the conflict with the United States and Israel, as ongoing talks and attacks continue without a breakthrough. The situation remains unresolved with no immediate end in sight.

Pakistan’s interior minister visited Tehran to restart Iran-US negotiations as the US military shot down two Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz, which Washington claims threaten international maritime traffic and global economic stability.

A Hezbollah official and Lebanese Parliament member, Ibrahim Al Moussawi, rejected claims that Lebanon is a bargaining chip for Iran, stating that any ceasefire should apply to all of Lebanon. He criticized Lebanese President Joseph Aoun's accusation that Iran uses Lebanon in negotiations with the Trump administration, calling the claim 'nonsense' and asserting Iran's support for Lebanon.

President Trump stated the situation with Iran appears to be progressing positively, while Iran asserts negotiations remain at a deadlock. CBS News contributor Sam Vinograd provides further analysis on the developments.

Trump praised jobs growth and stated that negotiations with Iran 'seem to be going quite well'.

The EU tobacco taxation issue, referred to as a 'smouldering file,' has been directed to Ireland for consideration. The article questions whether Ireland will initiate negotiations from scratch or build upon the existing proposal.

Oil prices climbed as U.S.-Iran trade tensions escalated, with U.S. Central Command reporting the defeat of multiple Iranian ballistic missiles following 'attempted attacks' by Iran. President Trump indicated ongoing negotiations with Tehran.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Iran Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is 'increasingly engaging' in U.S.-Iran negotiations to end the war, though Khamenei has not been publicly visible. Rubio suggested this may be due to risks faced by Iranian leaders.

Trump reportedly criticized Netanyahu during a call over Hezbollah strikes, using an expletive. The call followed Iran's threat to withdraw from US negotiations after Israel ordered strikes on southern Beirut.

President Trump claims the U.S. has the upper hand in negotiations with Iran due to joint U.S.-Israeli strikes weakening its military, while acknowledging Iranians are 'very good negotiators.'