"US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that Iran still has an open window to strike a deal and abandon its pursuit of a nuclear weapon in meaningful and verifiable ways."
"The United States has frozen $344 million in cryptocurrency assets linked to Iran, as Washington seeks to raise pressure on Tehran amid energy supply disruptions due to the war."
"Diplomatic efforts continue, with Araghchi touring regional capitals as Pakistan mediates, although no talks are planned in Islamabad for now."
"European Council President Antonio Costa emphasized that the Strait of Hormuz must reopen immediately without restrictions and without tolling after discussions with leaders from Lebanon and Syria."
US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are set to visit Pakistan for discussions regarding Iran, coinciding with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi's arrival in Islamabad. The backdrop includes stalled negotiations between the US and Iran, with uncertainty about Iran's willingness to engage. The US has frozen $344 million in cryptocurrency assets linked to Iran to increase pressure. Diplomatic efforts continue, with Pakistan mediating, although no direct talks are currently planned. There are cautious signs of progress, but clarity on negotiations remains elusive.
Read at www.aljazeera.com
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