Trump keeps Iran talks alive despite threats of fresh US strikes
What's new: Even after calling the process a waste of time, Trump indicated negotiators could keep meeting as Hormuz tensions deepen.
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Book says Trump threatened a 'divorce' from Israel
The September 2025 call came as Trump pushed a 20-point Gaza ceasefire and reconstruction plan.
Republika, CNN Indonesia +2
US, Iran schedule technical talks in Switzerland on June 21
The Burgenstock talks will include mediators from Pakistan and Qatar, with a 60-day window for a final nuclear and sanctions deal.
Antara News, CNN Indonesia +2
US and Iran restart Swiss talks after Lebanon ceasefire holds
What's next: technical negotiations could test whether this week's 60-day pact can become a broader regional truce and reopen Hormuz shipping.
The Straits Times, Antara News
Putin and Trump discuss Ukraine, Iran by phone before G7
The two also said attacks on civilian infrastructure in Russia were hindering peace, while a U.S. envoy prepared to go to Moscow.
Zelensky renews diplomatic push after talks with US envoy
Kyiv is open to visits by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in coming weeks as ceasefire talks remain stalled.
The Straits Times, Tribunnews
Pentagon raises Israel espionage threat in US to critical
Why it matters: The warning could curb intelligence sharing as Washington and Israel coordinate military operations and Iran talks.
Series: Israel · US Espionage Dispute · 2 chapters since Jun 4Witkoff, Kushner tap Oak Ridge experts for Iran nuclear talks
Why it matters: The outreach pulls US weapons scientists into planning over Iran's enriched uranium, a central obstacle to any deal.
Series: United States · Iran War Negotiations · 6 chapters since May 29