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US-led talks with Iran failed to secure peace but built goodwill, raising hopes for future agreement. Washington believes pressure tactics, including a Hormuz blockade, may push Tehran to accept terms, despite disagreements over nuclear ambitions and perceived negotiating leverage

Talks between Iran and the US in Islamabad ended without agreement, with Iran citing “excessive demands.” JD Vance blamed Tehran’s nuclear stance. Esmaeil Baqaei noted partial consensus but key disagreements remained despite mediation by Ishaq Dar

US-Iran talks in Islamabad ended without agreement after 21 hours, with JD Vance citing Iran’s refusal to curb its nuclear programme, raising concerns over ceasefire stability, Strait of Hormuz access, and broader regional security and global energy markets

Pakistan pledged continued mediation between US and Iran after Islamabad talks ended without breakthrough, with Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar urging ceasefire adherence, praising constructive negotiations, and expressing hope dialogue involving JD Vance and Iranian leaders yields lasting regional peace soon

Iran and the United States have opened negotiations in Islamabad, with discussions centred on a Lebanon ceasefire, the release of frozen Iranian assets, and security in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian officials insist that Washington must hold Israel accountable for ceasefire violations, while warning that prioritising Israeli interests could derail talks.

The fragile ceasefire in Iran faces mounting challenges as US Vice President JD Vance travels to Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials. Israel and Hezbollah continue to exchange fire, while Kuwait reports multiple drone attacks allegedly linked to Iran. Despite denials from the Revolutionary Guard, tensions remain high across the Middle East.

US Vice President JD Vance heads to Islamabad to lead high-stakes talks with Iran amid a fragile ceasefire, as tensions persist over demands involving Israel and the Strait of Hormuz, with President Trump seeking a swift resolution to the conflict

Tensions are rising between Donald Trump and Europe’s right-wing leaders over the Iran war, as figures like Viktor Orban face backlash, exposing limits to Trump’s efforts to build a unified global conservative alliance

President Donald Trump has tasked Vice President J.D. Vance with leading negotiations in Islamabad aimed at securing a long-term settlement with Iran after a fragile ceasefire. The talks follow “Operation Epic Fury,” a US military campaign that weakened Iran’s defence infrastructure and forced Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Cuba said soldiers killed four armed US-based Cubans after their Florida-registered boat allegedly opened fire near Cayo Falcones. Washington, led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, is independently investigating the incident, which risks escalating tensions between the US and Cuba

US Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child, a boy, due in late July, drawing congratulations from the White House and highlighting Vance’s long-standing advocacy for pro-family, higher birth rates

Russia launched a massive drone and missile strike on Ukraine, killing at least four, including a 12-year-old girl in Kyiv. Over 100 civilian sites were damaged. The US is reviewing Ukraine’s request for long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles

Charlie Kirk’s killing has exposed deep divisions in America, especially among Black clergy who reject his portrayal as a martyr, citing his history of racist and divisive rhetoric. His memorial, blending religion and politics, fuels debates over faith, race, and nationalism

Authorities are probing the motive behind the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. Suspect Tyler James Robinson, 22, faces murder charges as political tensions rise. A memorial will be held in Arizona on September 21

A 2003 birthday book from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate allegedly includes a lewd drawing and note signed by Donald Trump. Democrats released the image, demanding transparency. Trump denies involvement, calling it fake, and has filed a US$10 billion defamation lawsuit

US Vice President J.D. Vance said President Trump is still deciding on imposing tariffs on China for buying Russian oil, highlighting complexities in US-China relations. The US recently imposed a 50% tariff on India for similar purchases, drawing criticism from New Delhi.

House Democrats are chiding Republicans for rushing to get President Trump’s tax and spending cut bill to his desk by Friday for a 4th of July signing ceremony.

EAM S. Jaishankar dismissed US President Donald Trump’s claim that trade pressure ended the India-Pakistan standoff in May. Offering a firsthand account, Jaishankar emphasized that diplomacy and trade were separate, and India responded to Pakistan’s aggression on its own terms.

The Second Lady, who participated in a rare public interview at an event hosted by the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum on Monday, spoke feelingly about the bond her three children forged with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a grandfather figure.

Trump's remarks came after the Indian military carried out strikes against terror targets in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan's Punjab province on Wednesday.