US Iran Rift
Says US President Donald Trump “believes firmly we cannot have a nuclear-armed Iran”.
Published 18 Feb, 2026 04:52pm
“I can say that, compared with the previous round, fully serious discussions were raised and the atmosphere was more constructive,” he says.
Updated 17 Feb, 2026 07:52pm
“[Initial talks went] more or less in a positive direction, but it is too early to judge,” says Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi.
Updated 15 Feb, 2026 08:18pm
“Switzerland stands ready at all times to offer its good offices to facilitate dialogue between the United States and Iran,” Swiss foreign ministry spokesperson says.
Published 14 Feb, 2026 10:30pm
Moghadam urges Muslim unity, lauds Islamabad’s support for Tehran during 12-day war with Israel.
Updated 14 Feb, 2026 07:28am
“In case we don’t make a deal, we’ll need it … if we need it, we’ll have it ready," says Trump.
Published 13 Feb, 2026 11:46pm
The two leaders could also discuss potential military action if diplomacy with Iran fails.
Published 11 Feb, 2026 10:22pm
“The Islamic republic’s missile capabilities are non-negotiable,” says adviser to Iran’s supreme leader.
Published 11 Feb, 2026 04:46pm
Pakistan and Turkiye agree to remain in close coordination on matters of mutual interest, says FO.
Updated 11 Feb, 2026 03:22pm
US president says he is considering sending second aircraft carrier group to the Middle East.
Published 10 Feb, 2026 11:54pm
Iranian atomic energy agency chief says sending Iran’s highly enriched uranium to another country not discussed at talks with US officials.
Published 10 Feb, 2026 12:09am
Abbas Araghchi says nuclear enrichment Tehran's inalienable right, warns “will attack their (US) bases in the region”.
Published 07 Feb, 2026 04:59pm
US announced new sanctions against shipping entities and vessels, aimed at curbing Iran's oil exports.
Updated 07 Feb, 2026 04:33pm
No public acrimony witnessed as both sides stick to their guns.
Updated 07 Feb, 2026 07:44am
If the prospect of conflict in the region eases, oil prices could decline further.
Updated 07 Feb, 2026 09:50am
"Coordination on how to proceed will be decided in the capitals," Iran's top diplomat says.
Updated 06 Feb, 2026 09:11pm
Merz says Tehran must stop its N-programme.
Updated 06 Feb, 2026 08:50am
AFTER several weeks of tension in the region, the US and Iran are due to return to the negotiating table in the days...
Updated 05 Feb, 2026 09:14am
Regional leaders urge United States to proceed with dialogue; uncertainty triggered after Rubio said talks should include missile programme.
Updated 05 Feb, 2026 07:49am
Regional official says Tehran wants only bilateral talks with the US.
Updated 04 Feb, 2026 06:13pm
Meeting is likely to take place in Turkiye on Friday, Arab official tells AFP.
Updated 03 Feb, 2026 07:34pm
Perhaps Iran can still be wrecked as Donald Trump has threatened to do, but it’s difficult to see how.
Updated 03 Feb, 2026 09:26am
Diplomat hints that regional countries like Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Egypt could participate.
Updated 02 Feb, 2026 10:50pm
“The Americans should know that if they start a war, this time it will be a regional war,” says Iran's supreme leader.
Updated 02 Feb, 2026 12:00am
Erdogan offers to help ease Tehran-Washington tensions.
Updated 31 Jan, 2026 07:36am
America's presumption of a short, clean campaign is erroneous; any war will be bloody and incredibly destructive for the global economy.
Updated 31 Jan, 2026 09:16am
“Hopefully, we’ll make a deal; if we do make a deal, that’s good; if we don’t make a deal, we’ll see what happens,” Trump says.
Published 30 Jan, 2026 11:07pm
“If negotiations are fair and equitable, Iran is ready to participate in such talks,” Iran's top diplomat says.
Published 30 Jan, 2026 06:14pm
Trump should listen to regional voices, and approach Iran with respect if he is serious about peace.
Updated 29 Jan, 2026 04:44pm
Researcher who spent weeks in Mashhad during January unrest says Washington, Western media’s assertions bore little resemblance to "ground reality".
Updated 29 Jan, 2026 08:50am
