adsIran says US deal not imminent despite progress in talks
Iran says progress has been made in negotiations with the United States, but cautioned that a deal is not close, despite optimism from Washington. Esmail Baqai the Foreign ministry spokesman, said key issues had been resolved, though no one could claim an agreement was imminent. Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State said negotiators had a “pretty solid” proposal, while Donald Trump urged patience, saying talks were “proceeding nicely”. The proposed framework reportedly includes a ceasefire extension, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and further discussions over Iran’s nuclear programme.
Russia threatens new strikes on Kyiv after deadly missile barrage
Russia has threatened more “systematic strikes” on Kyiv days after one of the largest attacks on the Ukrainian capital since the war began. Moscow said future strikes would target command centres and drone facilities, while warning diplomats and foreign nationals to leave Kyiv. Ukrainian authorities said at least four people were killed and about 100 injured in the latest overnight assault. Russia claims the attacks were retaliation for a Ukrainian strike on a student dormitory in occupied eastern Ukraine, an allegation Kyiv denies.
