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Vance Says US-Iran Talks End Without Deal After 21 Hours of Negotiations
Vice president says Iran refused to accept American terms during high-stakes talks in Islamabad, with the U.S. unwilling to compromise on red lines.
Why Does the American Press Push Iranian Propaganda?
Conservative critics question whether American journalists are inadvertently amplifying Tehran's messaging, while press defenders reject the charge as politically motivated attacks on legitimate reporting.
Vance Heads Back to Washington Without Deal, Reveals What Sticking Point Is With Iran
Vice President Vance returns from diplomatic talks with no agreement reached, with both sides citing fundamental disagreements over Iran's nuclear program demands.
Pakistan Hosts U.S.-Iran Peace Talks in Islamabad as Ceasefire Holds
Vice President J.D. Vance and Iranian officials arrive in Pakistani capital for talks aimed at turning a two-week ceasefire into a lasting agreement.
UK Pauses Chagos Islands Transfer to Mauritius After US Withdraws Support
British government abandons 2024 agreement, citing inability to proceed without American cooperation on Diego Garcia military base
Will War in Iran Kick Off a High-Seas Toll Binge?
Analysts warn conflict in the Persian Gulf could disrupt global shipping lanes and drive up costs for maritime transport.
Putin Declares Weekend Ceasefire in Russia's War Against Ukraine for Orthodox Easter
The 32-hour ceasefire begins Saturday at 4 p.m. and runs through Sunday, following Zelenskyy's earlier proposal for a holiday truce on energy infrastructure.
A Ceasefire or a Strategic Pause?
Analysts question whether the latest ceasefire agreement represents a lasting peace or a temporary tactical reprieve in ongoing hostilities.
At Least 182 Killed as Israel Strikes Central Beirut After Saying Iran Truce Doesn't Apply There
The strikes on Lebanon's capital came hours after Israel said the ceasefire agreement with Iran did not extend to Lebanese territory.
Canada's Carney Welcomes Another Defector to liberals as He Nears Majority
The Liberal Party now holds 171 seats in the House of Commons, one shy of a majority government, after Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu switched parties.