Confusion has emerged ahead of high-stakes US-Iran negotiations in Islamabad. Earlier reports suggested Washington had agreed to release billions of dollars in frozen Iranian assets held in Qatar and other foreign banks. Iranian sources described the move as a sign of seriousness before talks. However, a White House official has now denied the claim, saying the United States has not agreed to unfreeze Iranian assets. The reported funds, estimated at around 6 billion dollars, were one of Tehran’s key preconditions for negotiations.
11 April,2026 05:46 PM IST
Iran has arrived in Islamabad for high-stakes negotiations with the United States, but Tehran is setting tough preconditions before talks begin. Iran’s top negotiator warned there is “zero trust” in Washington, citing failed past agreements and demanding key concessions. A symbolic tribute to Minab strike victims also reached Islamabad, increasing ceasefire pressure ahead of the make-or-break meeting. Iran is demanding an extended ceasefire to Lebanon, a halt to Israeli operations against Hezbollah, and the release of billions in frozen assets.
11 April,2026 03:39 PM IST
US President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to Iran just ahead of high-stakes negotiations, signalling that the strategic Strait of Hormuz could reopen soon. Trump claimed the vital global shipping route would resume automatically and warned Tehran has limited leverage beyond the temporary disruption of international waterways. As US negotiators prepare to meet Iranian officials, Washington has also reloaded warships, raising the possibility of renewed strikes if talks collapse. Iran, meanwhile, is demanding sanctions relief, an end to Israeli operations in Lebanon, and the unfreezing of assets before negotiations proceed.
11 April,2026 03:39 PM IST
US Vice President JD Vance is on his way to Pakistan to lead high-stakes negotiations with Iran following a temporary two-week ceasefire. The talks in Islamabad are aimed at securing a long-term agreement and preventing further escalation in the region. Before departing, Vance said the United States is willing to extend an “open hand” if Iran negotiates in good faith, but warned Washington would not be receptive if Tehran tries to “play” the US. President Donald Trump has reportedly provided clear guidelines for the American delegation.
10 April,2026 10:15 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
