South Korean President Lee Jae Myung proposed talks with North Korea to end their long-running war and discuss halting Pyongyang's nuclear program, aiming for a peace regime on the Korean Peninsula.
Donald Trump stated that new talks between Washington and Tehran are Iran's last chance to avoid US strikes, while Tehran denied direct talks are currently occurring.
Donald Trump claimed he cancelled military strikes against Iran to secure a nuclear deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, citing requests from Iran and regional countries. However, Iran denied making such requests, calling it a "new lie," and stated its forces remain on high alert amid ongoing mediation efforts.
Donald Trump stated he cancelled planned military strikes against Iran to pursue a rapid deal on its nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's Mehr news agency denied requesting a pause, calling Trump's claim a 'new lie,' as regional tensions remain high with threats of retaliation and reported drone attacks.
Saudi Arabia's deal with the US for civilian nuclear technology faces uncertainty due to Trump's demand for Israeli recognition. Experts warn it sets a "dangerous precedent," potentially triggering a nuclear arms race in the Middle East amid escalating regional conflicts and dwindling US security guarantees.
A secretive underground complex near Iran's Natanz nuclear facility, known as Pickaxe Mountain, is under international scrutiny after former US President Donald Trump suggested it could be a target for military strikes, claiming it may house uranium centrifuges. Iran has threatened to expand the war if its nuclear facilities are targeted.
US President Donald Trump announced that a proposed civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia requires two conditions for approval: Saudi Arabia must normalize relations with Israel via the Abraham Accords, and the deal must prohibit uranium enrichment. This shifts from a previous framework and faces scrutiny from US lawmakers concerned about proliferation risks.
The United States and Saudi Arabia finalized an agreement for Washington's support of the kingdom's peaceful nuclear program. Signed by US Secretary of Energy Chris Wright and Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud, the multi-decade pact aims to provide American companies with significant access to the Saudi nuclear energy program, upholding stringent safety and nonproliferation standards. It awaits US Congress review.
The US signed a civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, allowing the Kingdom to build reactors and enrich uranium. The deal, which faces Congressional review, has raised concerns among some lawmakers about nuclear proliferation risks and a regional arms race.
The Trump administration is expected to sign an agreement with Saudi Arabia, potentially allowing the kingdom to enrich uranium for a civilian nuclear program. Secretary of State Marco Rubio assures the deal won't lead to proliferation, but experts express concern over the lack of IAEA's Additional Protocol and regional stability, especially given the context of Iran's nuclear program and a Saudi-Pakistan defense pact.
The US and Saudi Arabia signed a landmark deal for a civilian nuclear program in the Gulf country, with Washington insisting on non-proliferation safeguards. The agreement, signed by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, lays the foundation for a multibillion-dollar partnership amidst US concerns over Iran's nuclear ambitions.
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia signed an agreement to develop a civilian nuclear program in the kingdom, establishing a legal framework for a multibillion-dollar partnership. The deal aims to boost U.S. technology exports but faces concerns from Democratic lawmakers about regional nuclear proliferation.
A year after US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, an ongoing war has seen Iran gain leverage by controlling the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global fuel prices. US President Donald Trump now threatens new strikes on an Iranian nuclear facility known as 'Pickaxe Mountain'.
US President Donald Trump approved a 30-year agreement with Saudi Arabia for a civilian nuclear program, potentially allowing uranium enrichment with US firm involvement. Non-proliferation experts warn of weaponization risks, citing the Saudi Crown Prince's past statements.
A former US negotiator argues that President Trump's withdrawal from the JCPOA and subsequent failed diplomacy created uncertainty regarding Iran's nuclear program, contrasting it with the Obama administration's effective international efforts.
CNN reports a draft US-Saudi deal allowing Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium for its nuclear program, potentially without enhanced IAEA safeguards. This marks a departure from US non-proliferation policy and raises regional concerns.
The 1953 CIA-MI6 Operation Ajax overthrew Iran's democratically elected PM Mohammad Mossadegh, nationalizing oil and strengthening Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi's rule. This US-backed regime change, driven by oil disputes and Cold War fears, fostered deep mistrust and shaped generations of US-Iran hostility, culminating in the 1979 revolution and ongoing tensions.
The 1953 CIA-MI6 Operation Ajax overthrew Iran's democratically elected Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh, replacing him with Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. Triggered by Mossadegh's nationalization of Iran's oil industry, the coup fueled decades of US-Iran hostility and mistrust, ultimately contributing to the 1979 Iranian Revolution.
Amid stalled nuclear diplomacy, a debate is growing in the US over how to approach North Korea's nuclear program. Some advocate for continued focus on denuclearization, while others propose a pragmatic shift towards arms control and 'cold peace' to reduce tensions and prevent miscalculation.
Iran now views control of the Strait of Hormuz as a higher strategic priority than its nuclear program, willing to risk escalation with the US. Recent actions have led to exchanges of fire, impacting an interim peace deal. Iran refuses nuclear talks until its Hormuz management is accepted.
Vladimir Orlov, director of the PIR Center, criticized the US and Israel for acting "contrary to common sense" regarding Iran's nuclear program. He stated their actions harm regional security and the non-proliferation regime, and that Iran's nuclear issue is not resolved but has entered a new phase.
China test-fired a long-range ballistic missile with a dummy warhead into the Pacific, drawing concern from the US and condemnation from regional leaders. Beijing called it routine military training, but critics cited its opaque buildup and destabilizing nature.
A new round of US-Iran talks, focusing on Iran's nuclear program, sanctions, and asset unfreezing, is expected on July 11, with Islamabad, Pakistan, cited as the most likely venue by diplomatic sources, though no final decision has been made.
Islamabad is emerging as the leading venue for the next round of US-Iran technical negotiations, expected on July 11. The talks, mediated by Pakistan and Qatar, will focus on Iran's nuclear program, sanctions relief, and regional security.
