Iran-Israel war LIVE: Iran will not leave Hormuz until its rights are fully secured, says Khamenei's Advisor
The United States is discussing a possible second round of peace talks with Iran in Pakistan and is optimistic about reaching a deal, U.S. officials said Wednesday (April 15, 2026), as Tehran threatened to shut down Red Sea trade unless Washington lifted a naval blockade of its ports.
A Pakistani delegation arrived in Tehran meanwhile bearing a new message from Washington after U.S. President Donald Trump indicated negotiations could resume this week following last weekend’s abortive talks in Islamabad.
On the economic front, IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva warned of “tough times ahead” for the global economy if the war in the West Asia is unresolved and oil prices stay high, adding that inflation risks could seep into food prices.
source:thehindu.com


