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Russian President Vladimir Putin meets US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff
Moscow, April 25: Russian President Vladimir Putin, met with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff at the Kremlin, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of Russia shared on Friday.
US: Marco Rubio denies report of lifting Russian sanctions
Washington DC, April 24: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has refuted a recent report in the US media which alleged discussions about lifting sanctions on Russia in connection with a Ukraine deal, and termed it "unequivocally false."
Oman confirms progress in Iran-US nuclear talks, next round to be held in Muscat
Muscat, April 20: Oman's Foreign Ministry confirmed that Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and US presidential envoy Steve Witkoff have agreed to move into the next phase of negotiations aimed at reaching a fair, lasting, and binding agreement on Tehran's nuclear issues.
Movement forward: Iran signals progress in nuclear talks with US
Rome, April 20: The second round of talks between the United States and Iran over the latter's nuclear program concluded in Rome on Saturday, with signs of cautious optimism. Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, said that there is "movement forward" and that the two sides have reached an "agreement on some principles."
Second round of US-Iran nuclear talks begin in Rome
Rome, April 19: The second round of nuclear talks between the United States and Iran kicked off in Italy on Saturday as both sides discuss Tehran's civilian nuclear programme and the termination of American sanctions against the country.
Trump says US going to take a pass on Ukraine peace talks if parties make it difficult
Washington DC, April 19: United States President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) said that the US may "take a pass" on its efforts to broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine if either side makes negotiations too difficult, CNN reported.
Oman to mediate 2nd round of US-Iran nuclear talks in Rome
Muscat, April 18: Oman's Foreign Ministry has confirmed that it will continue to mediate a second round of nuclear talks between US and Iranian officials scheduled to take place in Rome on Saturday.
UN sees US-Iran nuclear talks as 'good sign': Spokesman
United Nations, April 18: The United Nations views the second round of negotiations between the US and Iran on Saturday as "a good sign," and hopes it will yield positive results, a UN spokesman said.
India labels US-Iran nuke talks as 'positive development'
New Delhi, April 17: India on Thursday labelled the ongoing US-Iran nuclear talks as a "positive development", hoping that the negotiations would lead to the resolution of the concerned matter and contribute to peace and stability in the region.
Very excited about future, working constantly to have a ceasefire & change trajectory on ground: Tammy Bruce on Middle East conflict
Washington DC, April 16: The State Department of the US shared updates about the Middle East on Tuesday (US Local time) and said that the US is working to have a ceasefire and change the trajectory on ground. Spokesperson Tammy Bruce also reiterated the stance on Iran as the negotiations continue between the US and Iran.
There is incentive for Russia to end this war: White House
Washington DC, April 16: The White House said on Tuesday (US Local Time) that a productive conversation was held between the US and Russia and shared that there could be economic partnerships between the two countries but before that to take place a ceasefire needs to happen first.
President Trump wants to see dialogue, discussion with Iran: WH Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt
Washington DC, April 16: White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt spoke about the ongoing negotiations between the US and Iran and shared that US President Trump held a conversation on Tuesday (US Local time) with the Sultan of Oman and thanked the latter for hosting the first direct meeting between the two countries. She reiterated in her remarks that the US stands firm on Iran not being able to obtain nuclear weapons.
US Envoy Witkoff: A deal with Iran will only be completed if it is a Trump deal
Tehran, April 15: US Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff posted on X (formerly Twitter), outlining his stance on the ongoing negotiations with Iran. Witkoff emphasised that any final deal with Iran must align with President Trump's vision for peace, stability, and prosperity in the Middle East.
Iran confirms Muscat to host second round of nuke talks with US
Tehran, April 15: Iran has confirmed that Muscat, the capital of Oman, will remain the venue for the second round of "indirect" negotiations between Tehran and Washington.
Iran says nuclear issue, sanctions focus of indirect talks with US in Oman
Tehran, April 14: Iran said that its indirect negotiations with the United States held in Oman were focused solely on Tehran's nuclear program and the removal of US sanctions, ruling out any discussion of other issues.
21 killed in Russian ballistic missile attack on Ukraine's Sumy
Kyiv, April 13: At least 21 people were killed on Sunday in a Russian ballistic missile attack on the northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy, Ukraine's Prosecutor General's Office said in a statement.
Iran says talks with US 'constructive,' further negotiations set for April 19
Tehran, April 13: Iran and the US will hold the second round of negotiations on April 19 after the two sides concluded their "indirect" talks on Saturday in the Omani capital of Muscat in a "constructive" atmosphere, according to the Iranian Foreign Ministry.
US says talks with Iran 'very positive'
Washington, April 13: The White House on Saturday said the first round of talks with Iranians, which took place in Muscat, Oman, were “very positive and constructive”.
Iranian, Omani FMs meet ahead of 'indirect' Iran-US talks
Tehran, April 12: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Saturday met with his Omani counterpart Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi in the Omani capital of Muscat ahead of "indirect" Iran-US talks, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Iran and US set to hold 'indirect high-level talks' in Muscat
Muscat, April 12: Iran and the United States are holding 'indirect high-level talks' in Oman on Saturday with Tehran insisting that the discussions will solely be about nuclear issues.
Trump's special envoy, Putin holds talks on Russia-Ukraine crisis
Moscow, April 12: United States President Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Saint Petersburg to discuss the conflict in Ukraine, Al Jazeera reported.
Putin meets with US special envoy for Ukraine talks
St. Petersburg, April 12: Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Steve Witkoff, a special envoy of US President Donald Trump, in St.
US, Russia negotiators begin talks in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh
Riyadh, March 24: The high-stakes meeting between a US delegation led by US Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steve Wiktkoff and Kremlin negotiators has started in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh, where the Trump administration is pushing for a ceasefire in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict in separate talks with Moscow and Kyiv, CNN reported.
US envoy Witkoff says Russian President Vladimir Putin wants peace ahead of talks on Ukraine
Washington, March 24: US special envoy Steve Witkoff has expressed optimism ahead of high-stakes talks in Saudi Arabia over the war in Ukraine and said he believed Russian President Vladimir Putin wanted to end the three-year-old conflict.
Trump's envoy blames Hamas for fresh violence in Gaza, says US stands with Israel
Washington, DC, March 23: US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff has accused Hamas of sparking renewed fighting in Gaza, rejecting efforts to move forward with an "acceptable deal."
Elephant in room is whether Ukraine will cede territories: US Special Envoy ahead of peace talks
Washington DC, March 23: US special envoy Steve Witkoff said that "the elephant in the room" for peace talks between Russia and Ukraine is the status of Crimea and four mainland Ukrainian regions 'occupied' by Russia, CNN reported.
Israel will maintain 'permanant presence' in Gaza unless hostage release, says Israel Defence Minister
Tel Aviv, March 23: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has warned Hamas that Israel will maintain a permanent presence in parts of Gaza unless the hostages in Gaza are released, CNN reported.
Hamas denies halting talks on prisoner-hostage exchange deal
Gaza, March 22: Hamas refuted a media report that it had halted communication or talks on a prisoner exchange deal with Israel.
Hamas says in contact with mediators to end Israeli 'aggression'
Gaza, March 19: Hamas announced that it remains in constant contact with mediators and is engaging responsibly and positively with all proposals aimed at halting the Israeli "aggression" against and lifting the blockade on Gaza.
Netanyahu instructs negotiating team to resume talks for hostages release
Tel Aviv, March 16: Benjamin Netanyahu has given a green signal for continuing the negotiations towards bringing back the hostages, the Israeli Prime Minister's Office shared in a statement on Sunday.
Russian President meets Trump's envoy, given 'additional details' on talks, says Kremlin
Moscow, March 14: Russian President Vladimir Putin has met US President Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, and was provided "additional details" on the US-Ukrainian talks held in Saudi Arabia's Jeddah earlier this week, the Kremlin announced on Friday.
Trump envoy Steve Witkoff lands in Moscow with US delegation for Ukraine talks
Moscow, March 13: US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff arrived at Moscow's Vnukovo airport on Thursday, Russian state media reported.
Israel adopts US framework for temporary ceasefire during Ramzan, passover period
Tel Aviv, March 2: Israel has adopted the framework of US Presidential envoy Steve Witkoff for a temporary ceasefire during Ramzan and Passover period. The decision was taken after a security discussion chaired by Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and with the participation of Israel's Defence Minister, senior security establishment officials and the negotiating team.
Israel accepts US proposal for temporary ceasefire in Gaza during Ramadan, Passover holidays
Jerusalem, March 2: Israel has accepted a US proposal for a temporary ceasefire in the Gaza Strip during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan and Jewish Passover holiday, according to a statement issued by the Israeli Prime Minister's Office around midnight between Saturday and Sunday.
Israel agrees to temporary ceasefire proposal for Ramzan, passover periods
Tel Aviv, March 2: Israel has agreed to a proposal by US President Donald Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, for a temporary ceasefire in Gaza during the Ramzan and passover periods, the Prime Minister's Office announced.
Hamas reaches deal with Israel to release more than 600 Palestinians
Tel Aviv, February 26: Hamas has announced that it has reached an agreement to resolve Israel's delay in releasing 620 Palestinian prisoners, who were initially scheduled to be freed last week, according to a report by Aljazeera.
Israel and Hamas agree on 'simultaneous' exchange of hostages' bodies and Palestinian prisoners
Tel Aviv, February 26: Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement for the transfer of four Israeli hostages' bodies in exchange for the release of 602 Palestinian security prisoners, according to statements from both Hamas and an Israeli official, as reported by The Times of Israel.
Netanyahu says Israeli team to travel to Cairo for Gaza ceasefire talks
Jerusalem, Feb 17: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that a negotiation team will travel to Cairo on Monday to discuss the implementation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement.
We have achieved so much without even being in White House: Trump on Israel-Hamas ceasefire
Washington DC, January 16: Following the reports of Israel and Hamas agreeing to a ceasefire deal, US President-elect Donald Trump said that this progress had been made even before his return to the White House. He also emphasised the potential for the "wonderful things" once his administration is fully confirmed and in power.
'Epic agreement could only happen because of our historic victory,' says Trump; claims credit for Gaza ceasefire deal
Washington, Jan 16: US President-elect Donald Trump claimed credit for the ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas, which was announced just days before his return to power.