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“US President Donald Trump signaled progress on Tuesday in talks with Iran to avoid a return to war, as Tehran reported “intensive” exchanges while offering to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under strict conditions.”

“Iran’s Khamenei gives government powers to hold talks on war AI generated TEHRAN – Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian said his government has been granted more authority by the country’s supreme leader to pursue peace talks, signalling a potential diplomatic…”

“The proposal includes a swift reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and return to talks over Iran’s nuclear programme.”

“Lingering hopes of averting a major new conflagration between Iran and the US soon after Tuesday’s midterm elections could rest on Iran’s response to a personal letter from the US vice-president, JD Vance, offering to restart diplomacy.”

“…ntinues to warn of possible renewed strikes again US Vice President JD Vance has reached out to Iran's security chief in an effort to restart peace negotiations and avert another US attack on the Islamic republic, the Wall Street Journal reported on…”

“Against that backdrop, Gulf countries have stepped up diplomacy with Iran, with Saudi and Qatari diplomats, along with officials from Pakistan and Turkiye, participating in talks with Iranian officials in Tehran on Monday.”

“The developments on Tuesday came as Qatar stepped up diplomatic efforts to avert a renewed war between the US and Iran and as another oil tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.”

“Separating signal from noise on whether the US-Iran war will escalate has been difficult for months, and now it’s a cacophony.”

“Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said on Monday: “Consultations and discussions have become very intensive.”

“…f top diplomats of the Group of 20 largest world economies on the opening day of talks on Friday (October 30, 2026) as several Europeans objected to being photographed with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and threatened to walk out of the photo…”

“US hosts G-20 ministers as Iran, Ukraine wars divide members AI generated ATLANTA - US Secretary of State Marco Rubio opened talks on Oct 30 with Group of 20 (G-20) counterparts including Russia’s Sergei Lavrov, in meetings set to be fractious as wars in…”

“Trump has maintained that he would allow diplomacy to run its course and only attack if he feels Iran is not serious about the peace negotiations.”

“…Conscience or the cost of living, Americans said NO TO WAR, and we endorse this message,” said Iranian parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who led the Iranian delegation in talks with Washington that led to the signing of a short-lived memorandum of…”

“The message warned against making concessions to Washington, arguing that the US sought Iran's “unconditional surrender” and that any compromise would invite further demands and military attacks.”

“He also reaffirmed China’s support for Iran’s sovereignty and security.”

“Later this month, Beijing will send its Middle East envoy to Iran, Oman and Saudi Arabia as part of “shuttle diplomacy visits… aimed at promoting peace talks (and) easing tensions”, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson told a news briefing.”

“Later this month, Beijing will send its Middle East envoy to Iran, Oman and Saudi Arabia as a part of “shuttle diplomacy visits… aimed at promoting peace talks (and) easing tensions”, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson told a news briefing.”

“Senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan held talks with Iranian officials in Tehran last month, with Saudi Arabia saying the effort was intended to “prevent the return of military escalation.””

“…ude the Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facility hidden in central Iran (pictured in June 2026) The secretive underground site was previously struck by the US in 2025, with B-2 stealth bombers hitting it with bunker-busting bombs after taking off from Whiteman Air…”

“Writing in the Financial Times, Araghchi said, “Iran is prepared to give diplomacy another chance if we see strong evidence of a sincere desire on the part of the U.S. to achieve a just and honourable solution to permanently end this conflict.””

“Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pushing for another wave of strikes on Iran after Tuesday's (November 3, 2026) midterm elections in the United States, according to two regional officials and a third person familiar with the matter.”

“Trump keeps diplomatic and military options open Trump is pursuing parallel diplomatic and military approaches, seeking an agreement that could restart peace talks with Iran while keeping preparations underway for a possible return to major combat operations…”

“Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said "we hope the other side will exercise rationality and choose diplomacy", adding that Iran "remains prepared for both defence and diplomacy", according to the official IRNA news agency.”

“Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said “we hope the other side will exercise rationality and choose diplomacy”, adding that Iran “remains prepared for both defence and diplomacy”, according to the official IRNA news agency.”

“Despite suggestions that representatives from Iran and the US would come to Doha for direct talks, it subsequently emerged that there were no US representatives in Doha for the meetings.”

“Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Wednesday in a post on X that Tehran "continues to give diplomacy a chance to succeed" and is working with mediators to review ideas that Tehran included in a proposal floated last month, which was summarily…”

“Ghalibaf had steered talks that led to the signing in June of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Washington, which briefly paused the war and lifted a maritime blockade imposed against southern Iranian ports by the US military.”

“He met the leaders of Arab-led parties before the talks and promised to tackle high crime faced by Palestinian citizens of Israel in their communities.”

“The veteran diplomat also points to the failure of "Washington's public diplomacy to convey a clear, coherent, and authentic message to Iranian society."”

“'Mediators are working hard to narrow gaps between Tehran and Washington,' the senior Iranian official said, after Qatari mediators travelled to Tehran on Monday night for talks on a version of a draft US-Iran deal under discussion for the past eight days.”

“Americans have spent an extra $150bn on petrol and diesel since the war on Iran began on February 28, according to an analysis by Brown University’s Climate Solutions Lab, which amounts to more than $1,150 per household.”

“Tehran, Iran – Iran’s military is warning that if all-out war breaks out again with the United States and Israel, it will be longer and more costly than their rivals expect.”

“Oil prices fell on positive comments from Washington and Tehran over talks to end their war, though Gulf nations remained glum and analysts voiced caution over rhetoric transforming into reality.”

“Trump weighing diplomacy as Iran talks continue Carlson's claims come amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to resume negotiations between Washington and Tehran, even as the possibility of renewed military action remains under discussion.”

“Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says talks with mediators over a two-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz are ongoing, and expresses hope that the US has “enough sense to choose diplomacy“.”

“He said Iran was ready for both defense and diplomacy, depending on Washington’s “rationality.””

“Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Sunday that the purpose of the "ongoing and progressing" talks was to continue consultations with the Qatari mediators, adding Tehran is prepared for "both defence and diplomacy".”

“Trump has also repeatedly stated that Iran “cannot have a nuclear weapon”, making it a non-negotiable condition for ending the ongoing conflict and securing a permanent deal.”

“While high-level diplomatic talks such as recent meetings in Tehran involving Saudi and Iranian officials have aimed to de-escalate tensions, analysts say the Houthis are actively testing the limits of Saudi military restraint and air defence capabilities,…”

“The foreign minister of Oman, and mediator in the February Iran-US talks, speaking in Cambridge this week reminded his audience an agreement on the core issue – Iran’s nuclear programme – had been within reach before the bombing started.”

“Iran was attacked by Israel or the US while talks were under way in both 2025 and 2026.”

“Tehran talks The ramped-up combat comes despite the week’s high-level diplomacy, which had been aimed at tamping down flaring regional tensions which have especially inflamed the cross-border fighting between Houthi forces and Saudi Arabia.”

“…resident Donald Trump has suggested unilaterally ending the Iran war absent a nuclear deal or the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz; threatened to bomb Oman, which had been mediating talks; vowed “economic D-Day” on Iran’s trading partners; declared he would…”

“Istanbul, Turkiye – Once adversaries, Turkiye and the leadership of eastern Libya are now building closer political and military ties.”

“Video Duration 03 minutes 43 seconds 03:43 Iran says diplomacy remains possible as mediators discuss plan to end war with US Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran remains “in close and ongoing contact” with mediators on ideas to implement its…”

“Gulf countries have stepped up diplomacy with Iran in a bid to de-escalate tensions across the Middle East, amid fears of renewed US strikes on Tehran and intensifying hostilities between Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen and Saudi Arabia.”

“A senior Pakistani official cited by the Reuters news agency said the talks focused on building a regional non-aggression network, in addition to US-Iran talks, Houthi rebels' attacks on Saudi Arabia, the Strait of Hormuz and the US naval blockade.”

“In a way the meeting was also an extension of the R4 initiative, with Cairo conducting its diplomacy with Tehran in parallel and the other three going over to Tehran to see Iranian leaders.”

“A leader who shows up for talks is not refusing diplomacy.”

“Trump tends to see diplomacy through the prism of personal relations, and he has made no secret of his regard for Putin.”

“The talks will focus on “building a security system for Russia and Ukraine after the conflict ends,””

“Responding to a question about the gaps in bilateral talks between the two countries, Dar said Albusaidi’s visit was previously delayed because Pakistan had been involved in mediation efforts between the US and Iran.”

“Responding to a question about the gaps in between bilateral talks between the two countries, Dar said Albusaidi’s visit was previously delayed because Pakistan had been involved in mediation efforts between US and Iran.”

“…int Ministerial Commission (JMC), Dar said the two had “worked out” certain areas of bilateral interest and discussed global issues in detail, including the US-Iran war, the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, Bab el-Mandeb and Gaza in their restricted…”

“The development of a new multinational “anti-war bloc” represents a challenge to the increasingly open plans by the US and Israel to relaunch strikes on Iran while talks on Tehran’s nuclear programme remain deadlocked.”

“France confirmed the talks on “the Iranian crisis in its various ramifications”, hailing it as a first “in this format… against a backdrop of extreme instability and uncertainty in the region.””

“Tehran, Iran – Dozens of ships were attacked in or near the Strait of Hormuz in October as Iran and the United States compete to assert their authority over the waterway.”

“Tehran, Iran – Dozens of ships were attacked in or near the Strait of Hormuz in October as Iran and the United States compete to assert their authority over the waterway.”

“Israel’s military chiefs suspect he may restart the Iran war in order to dominate and manipulate the inevitable post-election coalition talks – hoping to stay in power and out of jail.”

“Iran received considerably more attention and support from members of both the groups, far more than anticipated.”

“More on that below, along with renewed (but still highly uncertain) Canada-U.S. trade talks and Mark Carney’s openness to reforming the Indian Act.”

“The vote came as Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman joined Pakistani and Turkish officials for talks with Iranian leaders in Tehran.”

“…tates looms, the Front of Islamic Revolution Stability, a hardline political faction also known as the Paydari Front, has asked the Iranian parliament and the Supreme National Security Council to initiate a withdrawal from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation…”

“Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has received strong US support for his assaults in Lebanon, Palestine and Iran, has a view of the new Syrian government that is very different from Trump’s.”

“CBS/AFP Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan to hold talks with Iran Monday in Tehran, officials say Senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan will hold talks on regional security with Iranian officials on Monday in Tehran, Iranian and Saudi…”

“His main challenger, former military chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot, leads a center-right opposition promising more diplomacy and less extremism.”

“Obama’s diplomacy in Cuba and Iran succeeded, but were both promptly ripped up by Donald Trump.”

“The administration has said those concessions, which include purchasing diesel from Russia and waiving some sanctions, are aimed at reducing high fuel costs spurred by the US-Israel war with Iran.”

“Houthi threat emerges since previous talks The landscape of the conflict has widened with the recent surge in fighting between Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, and Saudi Arabia.”

“Barrack says President Donald Trump is against what he calls “forever wars”, and ending the US-Israel war on Iran will require a major compromise.”

“Qatar and France have called for freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and the implementation of the so-called ceasefire in Gaza, after the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, met French President Emmanuel Macron in Doha.”

“Iran tells US to prove it wants peace by lifting blockade AI generated TEHRAN – Iran said the US must lift its naval blockade and show it’s serious about ending the war diplomatically, as a deadlock over talks and growing threats from both sides fuel fears of…”

“But as the US conflict with Iran dragged on, keeping upward pressure on global oil prices, and as the midterm elections drew ever nearer, the Trump administration suddenly turned again.”

“Oman, a key United Kingdom military ally which borders the vital Hormuz waterway, has acted as a mediator in talks between the United States and Iran since the US-Israel war against Iran started in late February.”

“…lier this month, as Ukrainian negotiators arrived in Miami for talks with Trump's all-purpose envoys Witkoff and Jared Kushner, they were blindsided by the news that the president had just struck a deal with Vladimir Putin to open US markets to Russian…”

“Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, arrived in Tehran on Tuesday evening for talks with Iranian officials, as diplomatic efforts ramp up to prevent a new round of fighting with the United States and Israel.”

“Iran prolongs talks in stalemate to influence US midterms, officials say DUBAI, Oct 20 - Iran has deliberately prolonged talks with the US to try to weaken Donald Trump politically ahead of November's US midterm elections, senior officials say, while fears of…”

“He recalled the Lake Lucerne Summit in Switzerland, organised by Pakistan and Qatar to facilitate US-Iran talks.”

“US-Ukraine talks continue The Ukrainian president said on X on Sunday that he has spoken with US presidential envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner as part of “virtually non-stop communication” between the two countries’ teams aimed at the “next steps in…”

“…scusses evolving regional situation in call with Araghchi • Iranian FM says Tehran rejects intimidation but remains open to dialogue • Insists seven-day Hormuz reopening proposal remains on table • Pakistani, Egyptian FMs condemn Houthi attacks, discuss R-4…”

“Instead, on Monday, Rubio will hold talks with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in Mumbai, India’s financial hub, and then visit an oil refinery in Jamnagar in the western state of Gujarat, according to a statement from the US…”

“The Iran-backed Houthis, an armed group also known as Ansar Allah (Arabic for Supporters of God), have fired missiles at the presidential palace in the southern Yemeni city of Aden, killing five people and wounding 16, on Thursday.”

“Portugal's Prime Minister Antonio Guterres called President Bill Clinton from Lisbon on August 30 and September 8, 1999, to discuss the growing crisis in East Timor.”

“AS Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthi movement continue to trade fire, and the US-Iran war is locked in a stalemate, regional states continue to stress the need for a diplomatic solution to the conflicts in both theatres.”

“The summit hosted Israel President Isaac Herzog, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi, Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, UAE Minister of State for Foreign…”

“This has been the tenor of much diplomacy during Trump’s tenure: false starts, U-turns, incoherent positions (and some playful flirting with Vlad).”

“Iran’s Foreign Ministry on Monday expressed concern about fighting between the Saudis and Houthis and said Iran would be ready to settle disputes between them through diplomacy.”

“If anything else happens against Iran, we will strike them again,” said Habibollah Sayyari, chief of staff and joint coordinator of the army.”

“The US administration hopes to make diplomatic headway before November’s midterm elections, with Washington also seeking to arrange broader talks involving Russia and Ukraine later this month.”

“It comes as Ukrainian negotiators will travel to the US on Friday and Saturday for talks, Zelensky added, urging Donald Trump to increase sanction pressure on Russia.”

““The instant the actions in Iran began and I was asked to extend my volunteer role, I ended all conversations about additional fundraising,””

“Iran is Pakistan’s neighbour, and Ahmad said Pakistan played an important role in mediating between the United States and Iran, bringing about a ceasefire in April, the Islamabad talks and the process that led to the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of…”