# Iran
Pakistan has announced a new round of technical talks between the US and Iran
Technical talks between the United States and Iran are set to resume as early as next week. Pakistan has stated that the process has not come to a halt, but is merely on a temporary hold.
The US Senate has backed a resolution calling for an end to military action against Iran
The US Senate has passed a resolution requiring President Donald Trump to cease military action against Iran. The document had previously also been backed by the House of Representatives.
The US has temporarily allowed Iran to export oil and conduct transactions in dollars
The US Department of the Treasury has granted Iran a temporary licence to export oil and petroleum products for a period of 60 days. The licence permits trade with third countries and settlements in US dollars, including with Iranian entities subject to secondary sanctions.
The US war with Iran has cost the Pentagon over 40 billion dollars
Despite Donald Trump’s claims of success in the standoff with Iran, the war has caused significant financial losses to the United States. The conflict has had an impact on the Pentagon’s spending, fuel prices, inflation and the President’s approval ratings.
The US and Iran held talks lasting several hours in Switzerland on the nuclear deal and the Strait of Hormuz
Representatives from the US and Iran held lengthy talks in Switzerland on a new nuclear deal. The parties also discussed the situation in Lebanon and the safety of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Criticism of Trump’s deal with Iran is mounting within the US Republican Party
Criticism of President Donald Trump’s deal with Iran is growing ever louder within the US Republican Party. Some senators are expressing concern about the terms of the agreement and its implications for the United States.
Talks between the US and Iran in Geneva have been cancelled; one of the reasons is Israel’s attack on Lebanon (VIDEO)
The talks between the US and Iran scheduled for Friday in Switzerland will not take place. The cancellation of the meeting has heightened uncertainty regarding the future implementation of the peace agreement between the two sides.
Switzerland is preparing for the first talks between the US and Iran following the conclusion of the ceasefire
Initial talks between the United States and Iran are scheduled to take place on Friday at the Swiss resort of Bürgenstock. Mediators from Pakistan and Qatar are also expected to attend the meeting.
Germany has deployed ships for a possible mission in the Strait of Hormuz
Germany has sent two warships to the Red Sea amid discussions about a possible international mission in the Strait of Hormuz. No final decision has yet been taken on Berlin’s participation.
US intelligence believes that Iran is now capable of blocking the Strait of Hormuz at any time
US intelligence agencies have concluded that, following the latest conflict, Iran is capable of blocking the Strait of Hormuz at will. In Washington, it is believed that this has significantly strengthened Tehran’s influence on the global economy.
Trump signed a paper copy of the memorandum between the US and Iran in Versailles
During his visit to France, US President Donald Trump signed a hard copy of the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran. This took place following the G7 summit at the Palace of Versailles.
Despite the US ‘peace’ with Iran, fuel prices may not fall — Politico
The preliminary peace agreement between the US and Iran triggered a sharp fall in energy prices and a rise in the stock markets. However, experts warn that millions of barrels of oil will not reach Europe immediately due to damaged infrastructure and logistical challenges.
