Iran’s top negotiators landed in Doha as fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks entered a critical phase. Reports claimed discussions focused on the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile and nearly $11 billion in frozen Iranian funds held in Qatar. Tehran insisted “no deal is imminent” even as Donald Trump warned U.S. negotiators not to rush any agreement. The talks came months after Iran launched missile strikes toward Qatar during the 2026 conflict. Is Tehran now trying to split Washington from its Gulf allies while reshaping the region’s future?

As Trump claims Iran deal is nearly done with Hormuz reopening, Pakistan eyes fresh US-Iran talks and regional powers weigh security risks

DUBAI — The United States is close to reaching a deal with Iran that would end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and see Iran give up its stockpile of...