Ignoring the noise and claims surrounding the negotiations, their continuation is a good indicator that both parties are desperate to reach an agreement. The cost of the current lingering crisis is high, and war, if resumed, would be devastating. The Trump administration cannot wage a major war without support, and the Iranians are bleeding daily due to being prevented from selling their oil, despite their propaganda claiming otherwise. The continued blockade will force Tehran into one of two paths: war or further concessions.

Emmanuel Addeh in AbujaThe 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 highly…

The best hope for ending a poorly planned war started with scant consultation with Congress or the American people may be an unsatisfactory peace that leaves critical issues to be…

Analysis: The US president has repeatedly said a deal is imminent. Each time it's turned out to be wishful thinking.

Ignoring the noise and claims surrounding the negotiations, their continuation is a good indicator that both parties are desperate to reach an agreement. The cost of the current…

If we ignore the noise and the claims surrounding the negotiations, the fact that they are continuing is a good sign that both sides are determined to

The United States and Iran are close to a deal to end the ongoing war and reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz. Negotiations are progressing well, with both sides expressing…

Iranians have pleaded for Donald Trump to resume the war and say they have lost hope in the US President as he prepares to make a deal with Tehran.

President Trump faces pressure from Iran's demands for financial relief and Republican hawks urging a decisive end to the conflict. This has led to fluctuating promises of a deal…

By Matt SpetalnickWASHINGTON, May 28 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump finds himself in a bind as he seeks to end the war against Iran: he is under pressure to reopen the Strait…

The increasingly combative rhetoric shows that despite progress in negotiations, neither Washington nor Tehran appears convinced that the confrontation is over.