Here's what to know about ceasefire negotiations between the U.S. and Iran

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Here's what to know about ceasefire negotiations between the U.S. and Iran

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Ceasefire negotiations between the U.S. and Iran have stalled, with both sides maintaining firm positions on their demands. Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz but has not committed to discussions regarding its nuclear program. Diplomatic efforts have involved regional discussions, but U.S. officials indicated that talks have not progressed as hoped. President Trump has suggested that communication could occur via phone instead of in-person meetings, reflecting a lack of direct engagement (Associated Press, PBS NewsHour).

What This Means

The ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to rising gas prices, which could further strain the global economy, particularly ahead of U.S. midterm elections, as noted by PBS NewsHour.

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Oil prices increase after Iran doubles down on Strait of Hormuz closure, accuses US of undermining trust | CNN Business
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4/26/2026

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Oil prices rose Sunday after an Iranian official warned that the Strait of Hormuz will “under no circumstances” return to its previous state. Brent crude, the international benchmark, was up about 2.14% to $107.58. US crude was up 2.08% to $96.36. Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian told Pakistani Prime Min ister.

Here's what to know about ceasefire negotiations between the U.S. and Iran
PBS NewsHour
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4/27/2026

Here's what to know about ceasefire negotiations between the U.S. and Iran

Jon Gambrell, Associated Press Jon Gambrell, Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war stalled again over the weekend as both sides dug in on their demands, even as they face mounting pressure to reach a compromise. READ MORE: Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz if.

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New York Post
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4/27/2026

Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz — but won’t commit to ending nuclear ambitions

WASHINGTON — Iran has made another offer to try to wind down its war with the US by reopening the Strait of Hormuz but has yet to address stalled talks over ending Tehran’s nuclear ambitions, according to a report. A US official and sources told Axios that Tehran has sought an extended cease-fire through mediators to.

Iran offers Hormuz deal without nuclear talks, as it seeks broader buy-in
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4/27/2026

Iran offers Hormuz deal without nuclear talks, as it seeks broader buy-in

Islamabad, Pakistan – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has discussed with regional interlocutors a proposal aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz but deferring talks with the US on Tehran’s nuclear programme for later, during a 72-hour diplomatic sprint across three countries seemingly aimed at securing a.

In this photo released by the Iranian Foreign Ministry, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, right, shakes hands with Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq during their meeting, in Muscat, Oman, Sunday, April 26, 2026. (Iranian Foreign Ministry via AP)
Associated Press4/27/2026

Iran’s top diplomat briefly returns to Pakistan but Trump says the sides can talk by phone

The latest ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran appeared to fail Saturday before they began, as Tehran’s top diplomat left Pakistan and President Donald Trump soon afterward said he had told envoys not to travel to Islamabad. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met on Sunday with the Sultan of Oman.