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Ahead of peace talks in Pakistan, the stakes are high for the U.S. and Iran

These are the issues the two countries will confront this week – or eventually Grouped from 13 articles across 8 sources.

13 reports8 sourcesApr 20, 2026, 7:36 PM
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The Globe and MailApr 20, 2026, 7:36 PM

Ahead of peace talks in Pakistan, the stakes are high for the U.S. and Iran

These are the issues the two countries will confront this week – or eventually

CNBCApr 20, 2026, 6:55 PM

Trump threatens Iran again as ceasefire deadline looms, U.S. gears up for peace talks

Trump reportedly said Sunday that if Iran doesn't sign a deal, "the whole country is going to get blown up," with its bridges and power plants being targeted.

The Globe and MailApr 20, 2026, 10:19 AM

Pakistan prepares for new round of U.S.-Iran peace talks as Trump offers mixed messages

Washington attacked and seized an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel that it said had tried to evade its blockade

ABC AustraliaApr 20, 2026, 6:13 PM

Live: Fate of Iran peace talks uncertain as ceasefire deadline approaches

Iran is yet to formally outline whether it has decided to send a negotiating team, with Tehran stating many of the US's positions are "unrealistic". Follow live.

CBS NewsApr 20, 2026, 12:18 PM

Uncertainty over U.S.-Iran peace talks as fragile ceasefire set to expire this week

The Trump administration announced a new round of peace talks would take place in Pakistan with Vice President JD Vance set to lead the U.S. delegation. But Iran says it isn't ready to commit to new talks, citing "Washington's excessive demands." Nikole Killion reports.

CNBCApr 19, 2026, 4:20 PM

Trump says talks between U.S. and Iran to resume in Pakistan on Monday

Iran's top negotiator says his government has "no trust" in its enemies, after Trump says the U.S. won't be blackmailed.

Al JazeeraApr 19, 2026, 12:38 PM

Trump to send US delegation to Pakistan for possible Iran talks

No ⁠decision has been taken ​by Tehran on sending ​a delegation for talks in Pakistan, Iran's Tasnim outlet says.

The Straits TimesApr 20, 2026, 3:20 PM

Vance has not yet left for Iran talks in Pakistan, source says

WASHINGTON, April 20 - Vice President JD Vance is still in the United States and has not yet departed for Pakistan, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters, as prospects for a second round of negotiations with Iran remain unclear.

CBS NewsApr 20, 2026, 1:15 PM

Iran war risks escalating again as Tehran says it hasn't agreed to new round of peace talks

The Iranian regime says it never agreed to a new round of peace talks announced by President Trump, which he said could begin as soon as Monday in Pakistan. Imtiaz Tyab has the latest on the rising tensions.

The Straits TimesApr 19, 2026, 1:45 PM

Trump says Iran talks in Pakistan this week amid Strait of Hormuz stand-off

The US President has again threatened to strike civilian infrastructure if Tehran does not agree to a deal.

The GuardianApr 20, 2026, 1:42 PM

Pakistan seeks to raise its global standing in push for Middle East peace

Islamabad has seized chance to act as mediator in Iran war and hopes to reap diplomatic and economic benefits As Pakistan works frantically to narrow differences between Iran and the US in its newfound role as global peacemaker, it is also seeking to recast its diplomatic standing and attract business. Pakistani officials, mediating between an unpredictable US president and hardliners in Tehran, were on Monday trying to coax both sides to put the conditions in place for a second round of talks in Islamabad this week, including easing the standoff in the strait of Hormuz. Pakistan was optimistic that the meeting would happen, viewing objections voiced by the Iranian side and Donald Trump’s threats as posturing for domestic audiences. Continue reading...

CBS NewsApr 20, 2026, 7:59 AM

Iran may not take part in talks with U.S. representatives in Pakistan Monday

President Trump says he sent a U.S. delegation to Pakistan for another round of peace talks with Iran Monday but Tehran says it doesn't plan to participate.

ABC NewsApr 19, 2026, 2:34 PM

Trump tells ABC News peace agreement for Iran 'will happen one way or another'

President Donald Trump spoke on Sunday to ABC News' Jonathan Karl.

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Iran war: Talks in doubt as leaders issue threats

While the talks remain in limbo, the United States and Iran have been trading threats. Separately, media reports suggest US Vice President JD Vance is set to travel to Pakistan for ceasefire negotiations. DW has more. Grouped from 11 articles across 6 sources.

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