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  • Published: Wed Apr 15, 2026, 7:34 AM

UAE students to return to classrooms; US discussing 2nd round of Iran talks in Pakistan

By:Meher DhanjalBahni Bandyopadhyay
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Key Events

Summary

  • Trump says Iran war could 'end soon', ceasefire extension not necessary
  • US says forces have 'completely halted economic trade' through sea for Iran
  • At least 2 ships from Iranian ports cross Strait of Hormuz after US blockade
  • UAE Vice President, Iranian Parliament Speaker discuss ways to reduce regional escalation
  • US hasn't formally agreed to extend Iran ceasefire, a senior US official said
  • Iran foreign ministry insists on right to enrich uranium
  • Pakistani delegation led by army chief Asim Munir reaches Iran, holds talks with Araghchi
  • US discussing holding a second round of peace talks with Iran in Pakistan
  • UAE schools, universities to resume in-person classes from April 20
  • Iran offers proposal allowing ships to exit Oman side of Hormuz free of attack
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