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US naval blockade of Iranian ports escalates Gulf tensions, triggers oil price surge

The US move to block maritime traffic to and from Iranian ports follows failed talks with Tehran, raising fears of retaliation, supply disruptions, and further instability in global energy markets.

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Iran-US

Iran rejects US terms, Islamabad talks end without deal

Tehran says it gave a “BIG NO” to Washington’s demands, while Vice President JD Vance insists Iran refused the US “final offer” as nuclear dispute stalls progress.

United States

US denies $6 billion Iran asset thaw as Islamabad talks begin under cloud of uncertainty

Washington pushes back against report of fund release, even as high-stakes US-Iran talks in Pakistan hinge on sanctions, security and regional flashpoints.

Lebanon and Israel

Lebanon and Israel agree to rare direct talks in Washington as ceasefire push intensifies

US-mediated April 14 meeting signals fragile opening for de-escalation as tensions and strikes continue.

Iran-US

Iran sets hard terms as delegation lands in Islamabad for high-stakes US talks

Tehran signals negotiations will begin only if preconditions are met, underscoring deep mistrust ahead of the most significant engagement since 1979.

Fresh Israeli strikes hit Lebanon despite Trump’s call to scale back military action

Israel launched new strikes in Lebanon even after US President Donald Trump urged restraint, raising concerns over the fragility of the ongoing ceasefire and widening regional tensions.

Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif

Pakistan Defense Minister Khawaja Asif deletes anti-Israel post after diplomatic backlash

Controversial comments on Israel derail Pakistan’s neutrality pitch as Islamabad prepares for high-stakes Iran–US talks.