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  • Published: Sat Apr 11, 2026, 7:55 AM

US leaves Iran peace talks with no deal after 21 hours of negotiation

By:Salma El OmlaPoojaraj ManiyeriYasmin Hussein
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Summary

  • US leaves Iran peace talks with no deal after 21 hours of negotiation
  • Lebanon–Israel talks will be held in Washington next week; Netanyahu says they will also focus on disarming Hezbollah
  • UAE President, Dubai Ruler say crisis met with 'strength, resilience'
  • Iran forwarded 'red lines', proposals to Pakistan PM - they include Hormuz Strait and a region-wide ceasefire among others
  • Trump claims 'massive numbers' of empty tankers heading to US to load up on oil, gas
  • US-Iran talks in Islamabad kicks off at approximately 4:30pm UAE time
  • Trump said he is starting the process of clearing out the Strait of Hormuz as a favour to the world. The US military later announced a mine clearance mission in the waterway.
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  • 9:06 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 8:51 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 8:38 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 8:22 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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    quote    Iran bears full responsibility for the consequences of disrupting the Strait of Hormuz during its blatant terrorist attacks against the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, as well as sisterly and friendly nations. These attacks targeted civilians and infrastructure and involved threats to international maritime routes, representing a flagrant violation of international law that cannot be justified or tolerated

    Sheikh Shakhbout bin Nahyan Al Nahyan

  • 8:12 PM, Apr 11, 2026

    Over 2-hour talks

  • 8:09 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 7:53 PM, Apr 11, 2026

    Macron speaks with Pezeshkian

    quote    I emphasized the need for Iran to swiftly restore freedom and security of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, to which France stands ready to contribute. I stressed the importance of full respect for the ceasefire, including in Lebanon. France extends its full support to the actions of the Lebanese authorities, who alone are legitimate to exercise the sovereignty of the State and decide the destiny of Lebanon

    French President

  • 7:22 PM, Apr 11, 2026

    US, Pakistan, Iran holding trilateral face-to-face talks: White House

  • 7:18 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 7:14 PM, Apr 11, 2026

    Iran will engage in negotiations with courage: Pezeshkian

    quote    The high-ranking Iranian delegation that has arrived in Pakistan is a staunch guardian of Iran's interests with all its might, and in this vein, it will engage in negotiations with courage. In any case, our service to the people will not pause for a moment, and whatever the outcome of the negotiations may be, the government stands firmly by the people's side.

    Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian

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    No threats in Kuwait's airspace during past 24 hours: Ministry

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    Kuwaiti officer visits injured personnel

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    Waving UAE flag for four hours

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    quote    I love the UAE. I grew up here and I have been most inspired by this country and its leaders. That is what I am trying to show through this action of mine. A lot of people came and spoke to me, and we all agreed that we were grateful for the opportunity to live here

    Ehsam

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    quote    This attack constitutes a blatant violation of its national sovereignty, a direct threat to its security and territorial integrity, and an unacceptable escalation that threatens the security and stability of the region.

    Qatar's letter sent by Permanent Representative of Qatar to the UN Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani.

  • 5:26 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 5:16 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 5:11 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 4:55 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 4:52 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 4:46 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 4:25 PM, Apr 11, 2026

    Macron speaks to Saudi Crown Prince

    quote    As discussions have just opened in Islamabad, we agreed to remain in close contact to contribute to de-escalation, freedom of navigation, and the conclusion of an agreement to ensure lasting peace and security in the region.

    Emmanuel Macron

  • 4:15 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 4:09 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 3:28 PM, Apr 11, 2026

    Photos: UAE leaders meet as nation overcomes crisis

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  • 1:50 PM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 9:26 AM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 8:33 AM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 8:12 AM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 8:12 AM, Apr 11, 2026

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  • 8:09 AM, Apr 11, 2026

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    quote    The Iranians don’t seem to realize they have no cards, other than a short term extortion of the World by using International Waterways. The only reason they are alive today is to negotiate! President DONALD J. TRUMP

    US President Donald Trump

    quote    The Iranians are better at handling the Fake News Media, and “Public Relations,” than they are at fighting! President DONALD J. TRUMP

    US President Donald Trump

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