US-Iran War LIVE: US and Iran likely to be headed towards a second round of talks, says report

The possibility of a second round of talks between the United States and Iran seems to be high, with Pakistan actively pushing diplomatic efforts to move the process forward. According to various media reports, discussions on the next phase of engagement are already in an advanced stage. Read the full story here. 

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called for intensified diplomatic efforts to ensure that the US-Iran conflict does not reignite in West Asia, stressing the need to preserve the “hard-won momentum” of the ceasefire. In a phone call with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Wang said preventing escalation in the region remains the top priority, according to China’s state-run Xinhua news agency.

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright has warned that global oil prices could rise to their peak in the coming weeks if disruptions continue in the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global energy trade. Speaking at the Semafor World Economy conference in Washington, DC, he said energy costs are likely to stay high until normal shipping resumes, noting, “We’re going to see energy prices high and maybe even rising until we get meaningful ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz,” and added that the peak could come within weeks.

Pakistan has proposed holding a second round of talks between the US and Iran in Islamabad in the coming days, according to reports by the Associated Press. The proposal comes after the first round of negotiations ended without a deal, with officials saying efforts are being made to keep dialogue going before the current ceasefire expires. 

Talks between the US and Iran in Islamabad have ended without any agreement, but discussions between the two sides are still ongoing. According to reports, both countries remain engaged diplomatically and could hold a second round of talks.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned that recent US actions in the Persian Gulf could have serious consequences for global peace and security. Speaking to Russia’s Sergey Lavrov over a phone call, he described the moves as “provocative” and raised concerns about rising tensions, especially around the Strait of Hormuz. The discussion came after a ceasefire announcement and ongoing Iran-US talks. Russia welcomed the ceasefire and said it could also apply to Lebanon, while offering support to reduce tensions and address the impact of what it called American-Israeli aggression against Iran.

The American military naval blockade against Iran has officially commenced following the expiry of the deadline established by US President Donald Trump. This unprecedented move was triggered by the total collapse of negotiations between American and Iranian delegations in Pakistan. Issuing the directive after the talks ended without a resolution, President Trump declared a naval blockade on all vessels entering or exiting the Strait of Hormuz. The President further warned that the blockade is operational at the current time, issuing a stern caution to Iranian forces.

The United States has formally activated its blockade on Iranian ports, significantly escalating the already volatile confrontation between Washington and Tehran. He also issued a strong warning to Iran asserting that its naval capabilities have already suffered heavy losses. In a post on Truth Social, Trump claimed that a large portion of Iran's navy has been destroyed. "Iran's Navy is laying at the bottom of the sea, completely obliterated - 158 ships," he said, highlighting what he described as a decisive blow to Tehran’s maritime strength. Read the full story here. 

The United States is weighing the option of holding another face-to-face meeting with Iranian officials as the current ceasefire approaches its deadline, according to a CNN report. However, no final decision has been made so far. Officials are said to be exploring possible dates and venues for the meeting. These plans depend largely on how ongoing discussions with Iran and regional mediators develop over the next few days. Sources described the situation as still being in its early stages. Read the full story here.