The buildup has persisted despite indirect discussions between Washington and Tehran in Geneva on Tuesday. Iran’s Foreign Minister stated there was agreement on a “set of guiding principles”, while US officials noted progress but highlighted that “significant gaps remain”
19 February,2026 04:40 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The UN Security Council is holding a high-level meeting on the Gaza ceasefire and Israel’s West Bank expansion plans ahead of President Donald Trump’s first Board of Peace gathering in Washington. Global leaders are debating reconstruction
19 February,2026 11:36 AM IST | United Nations | AP
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to visit Israel on February 28 to meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and discuss progress in the Geneva nuclear talks with Iran. The White House says limited progress has been made, but major differences remain as diplomacy continues
19 February,2026 10:49 AM IST | Washington | ANI
According to CNN, US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are expected to attend the meetings.
15 February,2026 12:03 PM IST | Washington DC | ANIADVERTISEMENT
