Tehran has rejected claims that it agreed to transfer enriched uranium abroad, even as Donald Trump signalled progress in ongoing US-Iran ceasefire negotiations.
Iran and the US remain divided over crucial clauses in a proposed peace agreement, with Tehran warning it will not compromise on frozen assets and other core demands.
Iran’s sharp criticism and stalled negotiations have put Pakistan’s mediation under scrutiny, exposing gaps between Islamabad’s diplomatic claims and ground realities in the US-Iran crisis.
Ceasefire holds but pressure builds as US keeps blockade in place, Iran signals hesitation on talks, and Hormuz disruption continues to rattle global energy markets.
Backchannel diplomacy between the US and Iran faces uncertainty as Tehran denies Islamabad talks, even as Pakistan mediation continues and ceasefire tensions deepen.
As the ceasefire deadline approaches, Washington and Tehran are still split on talks, shipping pressure is rising in Hormuz, and India is tracking risks to seafarers.
Tehran disputes US claims of fresh negotiations and questions Washington’s intent, while American officials insist progress is underway ahead of a critical ceasefire deadline.
Tehran dismisses fresh US negotiation claims, blaming Washington’s shifting stance and blockade, even as ceasefire deadline nears and diplomatic signals from the US remain mixed.
US brings Israel and Lebanon to the table in Washington as tensions with Hezbollah continue and regional players like Iran remain actively engaged in fragile ceasefire efforts.
Washington is evaluating another round of direct talks with Tehran, with possible venues and timelines under review as both sides keep diplomatic channels active amid ceasefire pressure.
