Trump Cancels Aides’ Trip for Iran Talks, Saying, ‘We Have All the Cards.’

The last-minute scuttling of the trip is the latest sign of how far apart the two sides are on reaching a deal to end the Iran war.

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Trump cancels trip by US negotiators for peace talks with Iran

President said he was no longer sending Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan

Iran says no direct talks planned as Witkoff, Kushner expected in Pakistan

With an Iranian delegation in Islamabad and U.S. envoys due to depart Washington, the prospect of direct talks between the two sides to end the war in Iran remains uncertain.

By Susannah George, Shaiq Hussain

Urban planner Lawrence Vale: 'Many see Trump's plans to reshape Washington as a metaphor for his governing style'

In an interview, Lawrence Vale, professor of urban planning at MIT, explains how the American president is striving to leave his mark on the federal capital through initiatives such as the Triumphal Arch, White House ballroom and statues.

Trump fan Caitlyn Jenner learns elections have consequences | Arwa Mahdawi

She backed the president as he ran millions of dollars in anti-trans ads. Now she’s disappointed her passport has the wrong gender Thoughts and prayers for Caitlyn Jenner. It seems that it’s starting to dawn on the Olympian and reality TV star that being a rich, white, Maga supporter doesn’t entirely shield her from Donald Trump’s transphobic policies. What sparked that realization? Was it the millions of dollars spent by the Trump campaign on anti-trans ads during the 2024 election? Was it, ...

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DAVID MARCUS: Liberals' get-Trump 'fine people' hoax was way worse than we thought

The SPLC allegedly funded the very racist organizations it monitored, and a DOJ grand jury indictment now exposes decades of apparent deception.

Deporting soldiers? Why immigrant veterans fear removal from the US

Trump's push for mass deportation has heightened fears that immigrant veterans of the US military could be expelled.

The law sets a 60-day limit on unauthorized wars. Will Trump respect it? - CNN

The law sets a 60-day limit on unauthorized wars. Will Trump respect it?  CNN

Trump cancels Pakistan trip by envoys for Iran talks

Trump has cancelled Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner’s planned trip to Pakistan for talks with Iran, saying the United States holds all the leverage.

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Iran's foreign minister leaves Islamabad without meeting U.S. envoys, Pakistani officials say

U.S. envoys are expected to travel to Pakistan on Saturday in a new bid to salvage ceasefire talks with Tehran, even as Iran ruled out direct negotiations with U.S. representatives as its top diplomat arrived in Islamabad.

Donald Trump has canceled his envoys' trip to Islamabad for talks with Iran

Donald Trump said that he didn't want US officials to "sit around talking about nothing" in Islamabad. It comes after Iran said that there would be no direct talks with the US. More on DW.

Iran rules out talks with US unless blockade of ports lifted

US envoys were expected in the Pakistani capital on Saturday to kickstart a new round of peace negotiations with Iran, although Iranian state media said Tehran's representatives had no immediate plans to hold face-to-face talks. "According to Tehran, until and unless that blockade (of Iranian ports) is lifted, the conditions are not ripe for diplomacy," FRANCE 24's Reza Sayah said, reporting from Tehran.

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Iran’s Foreign Minister Leaves Pakistan Without Meeting U.S. Envoys—As Iran Threatens Retaliation Over Blockade - Forbes

Iran’s Foreign Minister Leaves Pakistan Without Meeting U.S. Envoys—As Iran Threatens Retaliation Over Blockade  Forbes

Uncertainty clouds US-Iran talks as Iran’s top diplomat arrives in Pakistan

JD Vance who led first round of talks remains absent - but on ‘stand by’

By Shweta Sharma

Questions About Trump’s White House Correspondents Dinner Speech Can’t Stop The Party

On Saturday night, attendees at the annual White House Correspondents Dinner will thrill to the antics of Oz Pearlman, a renowned mentalist who dazzles audiences with mind-reading tricks. On Friday night, they partied as if they were going to see Amber Ruffin. Ruffin, a popular comedian whose appearance at the 2025 WHCD was scotched after […]

By Brian Steinberg

Why Iran FM Araghchi left without meeting US delegation in Islamabad

After Araghchi's departure, United States President Donald Trump announced that he had cancelled the US delegation's visit to Islamabad.

Iran conflict Day 57: Trump cancels US negotiators’ trip to Pakistan for peace talks as Araghchi leaves Islamabad without meeting American officials

US negotiators to go to Islamabad, but Iran says no direct talks - The Straits Times

US negotiators to go to Islamabad, but Iran says no direct talks  The Straits Times

Trump cancels US delegation’s trip to Pakistan for Iran negotiations

Shortly before Trump announced the cancellation, two Pakistani government sources told Reuters that the Iranian delegation had left Islamabad.

Donald Trump tells envoys not to travel to Pakistan for further Iran talks

Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araqchi was expected in the Pakistani capital Islamabad on Friday to discuss proposals for restarting peace talks with the United States, but Pakistani sources said he was not due to meet US negotiators there.

Trump Says He Has Cancelled US Officials' Trip To Pakistan For Iran Talks

Trump says he has cancelled Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner's trip to Pak for Iran talks: News agency AFP citing Fox News

Iran says it won’t accept ‘maximalist demands’ as Islamabad hosts peace push

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi laid out Iran’s demands and its reservations about U.S. positions on Saturday as Islamabad hosted a new push to end a war that has killed thousands and roiled global markets. Though details of the talks were scant, Araqchi met Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and other high-ranking officials. The White […]

In pictures: High security in Islamabad’s Red Zone during Iranian delegation’s visit

Tight security arrangements were in place in Islamabad’s Red Zone on Saturday as a high-level Iranian delegation was in town amid intensifying diplomatic activity around the US-Iran conflict. Araghchi arrived in Islamabad late on Friday, carrying Tehran’s formal response to proposals conveyed earlier by the US through Pakistan. The Islamabad police have said that the Red Zone and Extended Red Zone will be “completely closed to all types of traffic” and issued an alternative traffic plan for t...

By none@none.com (News Desk)

US envoys head to Pakistan for Iran war talks

The US is "looking for a face-saving way to escape the war quagmire it has become trapped in", says Iran's defence ministry.

Trump says he canceled US negotiators’ trip to Pakistan for Iran talks, Fox News reports

U.S. President Donald Trump canceled a planned trip to Pakistan by envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff for peace talks with Iran, Fox News reported on Saturday. The network said Trump told Fox about the trip’s cancellation. (Reuters)

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Iran says US is looking for a 'face-saving' way to escape the war ahead of peace talks

The US has said there will be direct talks in Pakistan, but Iranian state media has ruled that out.

EU, US sign critical minerals plan to counter China reliance - The Jakarta Post

EU, US sign critical minerals plan to counter China reliance  The Jakarta Post

Iranian FM holds talks in Islamabad as Pakistan reaffirms commitment to US-Iran mediation - Arab News

Iranian FM holds talks in Islamabad as Pakistan reaffirms commitment to US-Iran mediation  Arab News

'Cautious Optimism' Amid Stalemated Pakistan Talks, Even As Iran FM Insists No Meeting Planned With US Side

'Cautious Optimism' Amid Stalemated Pakistan Talks, Even As Iran FM Insists No Meeting Planned With US Side Summary Iran denies that FM Abbas Araghchi's trip to Pakistan will include new talks with US, rejecting reports that Trump is sent his negotiating team to restart negotiations. 24/7 shuttle diplomacy (via Al Jazeera): There’' been shuttle diplomacy, and as one diplomat said, it's been relentless diplomacy that has been put forward by Pakistan from all sides. Iran's mili...

By Tyler Durden

US Operation Against Iran Costs Reach $61 Billion - Tempo.co English

US Operation Against Iran Costs Reach $61 Billion  Tempo.co English

'He only asked if I had eaten panta-ilish': Mother recalls last call with son found dead in US - The Daily Star

'He only asked if I had eaten panta-ilish': Mother recalls last call with son found dead in US  The Daily Star

Italy’s Meloni opposes inviting Putin to upcoming G20 summit

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has said she is against the possible invitation of Russian leader Vladimir Putin to the G20 summit scheduled for December in the United States.

Egypt, Pakistan express aspirations on convening 2nd round of talks between US, Iran - Egypt Independent

Egypt, Pakistan express aspirations on convening 2nd round of talks between US, Iran  Egypt Independent

US suspends immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Bangladesh - Dhaka Tribune

US suspends immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Bangladesh  Dhaka Tribune

US envoys head to Pakistan for Iran war talks

US envoys arrive in Pakistan to begin a new round of peace talks with Iran, though Iranian officials indicate no immediate plans for direct meetings. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-envoys-head-to-pakistan-for-iran-war-talks/

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Trump to send envoys to Pakistan for talks with Araghchi - The Daily Star Lebanon

Trump to send envoys to Pakistan for talks with Araghchi  The Daily Star Lebanon