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.
Backchannel diplomacy between the US and Iran faces uncertainty as Tehran denies Islamabad talks, even as Pakistan mediation continues and ceasefire tensions deepen.
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.
After 21 hours of talks, US and Iran step back without agreement, with Washington insisting on strict nuclear commitments and signalling Tehran must decide the next course.
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.
The latest round of contacts among Russia, Ukraine and the United States fits that pattern.
A quiet shift is taking place in global diplomacy. Over the past few months, a steady stream of Western leaders has found its way to Beijing, braving political criticism at home and uncertainty abroad.
Jaishankar said it is essential for the global community to strengthen cooperation to combat the scourge of terrorism. ‘’Zero-tolerance for terrorism must be an uncompromising universal norm,’’ he added.
The repatriation involved 23 Indian fishermen and 128 Bangladeshi fishermen.
The third meeting of the India-Saudi Arabia Security Working Group under the Political, Consular and Security Cooperation Committee of Strategic Partnership Council was held today in Riyadh.
