A Pakistani tanker carrying oil from the UAE crossed the Strait of Hormuz on April 16. This tanker became the first to transit the Strait of Hormuz since April 13, when the US declared a naval blockade of Iran.
According to the UK media reports, Washington and Tehran may sign an agreement soon, with the negotiation process already in its final stages.
According to the Iranian Expediency Council, Iranian missiles are targeting US warships, and the Iranian military can destroy all US Navy vessels.
The US Department of Defense has indicated that the naval blockade implemented by the USA does not cover the entire Strait of Hormuz.
Acording to the US Treasury Secretary, Russiain and Iranian oil will remain subject to sanctions, without any exceptions.
US media reports that Tehran and Washington negotiators have made progress in the peace process and are close to a framework agreement.
The Swiss Foreign Ministry announced its readiness to organize the next meeting between Washington and Tehran at any time.
The Pentagon has opted to enhance its military presence in the Middle East amid ongoing negotiations with Iran. Media sources indicate that Washington plans to leverage this military strength to influence Tehran's position.
Russian Presidential Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov commented on the results of the US-Iran talks, which concluded yesterday in Pakistan.
The US military has commenced the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, fulfilling a commitment made by President Donald Trump the previous day.
The head of the Iranian delegation, Speaker of the Parliament of the Islamic Republic Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf spoke about the failed negotiations with the USA. According to Ghalibaf, Tehran had put forward promising initiatives.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry described how the talks with the US in Islamabad proceeded, highlighting that both parties approached the negotiations with a sense of distrust towards one another.
On early Sunday morning, high-ranking officials from the United States and Iran concluded the peace deal discussions and departed from Pakistan without reaching an agreement. Vice President J.D. Vance, leading the US delegation, pointed out Tehran's reluctance to assure the peaceful intentions of its nuclear program.
Mojtaba Khamenei called on neighboring countries to choose the right side. His address was broadcast on Iranian television.
The ceasefire reached between Washington and Tehran could last longer than two weeks if both sides agree, Fidan said.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry confirmed on the evening of April 9 that an Iranian delegation would travel to Pakistan for talks with the US. Media outlets have named three potential members of the delegation.
Vessels must navigate freely through the Strait of Hormuz, the EU believes, emphasizing that charging tolls for navigation is unacceptable.
The presidents of Azerbaijan and Iran held a telephone conversation, during which Ilham Aliyev congratulated Tehran on the ceasefire between Iran and the USA. In response, Masoud Pezeshkian expressed gratitude to Baku for its humanitarian assistance to Iran.
US President Donald Trump made a statement suggesting that another major strike on Iran could be launched as early as Wednesday night.
Tehran has rejected Washington's proposal for a temporary ceasefire, deeming a full-fledged peace necessary if a number of conditions are met.
