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Iran has refused to take part in a second round of negotiations with the United States, while a new confrontation -
Iran has announced that the Strait of Hormuz is “completely open” for commercial vessels during theIran reopens Strait of Hormuz during ceasefire; oil prices fall but uncertainty persists
Middle East, News, US April 18, 2026 -
Pakistan has intensified its diplomatic efforts to ease tensions between the United States and Iran,Pakistan pushes for diplomacy as Prime Minister Sharif visits Gulf states and military chief Munir travels to Iran
Asia-Pacific, Middle East, News April 17, 2026 -
U.S. President Donald Trump said he is “permanently opening” the Strait of Hormuz and claimed thatUS President Trump claims China will not arm Iran, vows to ‘permanently’ open Strait of Hormuz
Asia-Pacific, Middle East, News, US April 16, 2026 -
Lebanon and Israel began their first direct diplomatic negotiations in more than three decades on AprilLebanon and Israel hold first direct talks in 30 years in US as fighting continues
Middle East, News, US April 15, 2026 -
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez called on China to take on a greater role in global affairs, includingSpanish Prime Minister Sanchez urges China to play a greater role in global affairs during Beijing visit
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News April 14, 2026 -
The United States and Iran failed to reach an agreement after high-level direct talks in Pakistan onUS and Iran fail to reach deal after high-stakes peace talks in Pakistan
Asia-Pacific, Middle East, News, US April 12, 2026 -
U.S. President Donald Trump has agreed to suspend bombing operations against Iran for two weeks underUS suspends bombing of Iran as Pakistan secures two-week conditional ceasefire
Middle East, News, US April 8, 2026 -
Pakistan has proposed a two-stage plan to end the ongoing war involving the United States, Israel, andPakistan proposes two-stage plan to end US-Israel war on Iran as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate
Asia-Pacific, Middle East, News April 7, 2026 -
China and Pakistan have jointly announced a five-point initiative aimed at restoring peace and stabilityChina and Pakistan announce five-point plan to push Middle East ceasefire
Asia-Pacific, Middle East, News April 2, 2026














