Qatar sends mediators to Tehran in sign talks to reopen strait of Hormuz are reaching climax
Talks to end the US-Iran war are ongoing, with Pakistan mediating to achieve a permanent ceasefire. Key issues include the future control of the strait of Hormuz and Iran's uranium stockpile. Both Iran and Israel are on high alert for potential attacks, while the US maintains military options against Iran.
- ▪Pakistani mediators believe a permanent ceasefire between the US and Iran is within reach despite major disagreements.
- ▪Control over the strait of Hormuz and Iran's demand to export its enriched uranium are significant sticking points in the negotiations.
- ▪Iran is focusing on a cessation of hostilities and the lifting of US sanctions while proposing a new authority for the strait.
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Vessels in the strait of Hormuz on Friday as Pakistan continues to mediate in the hope of finding a breakthrough in talks to end the US-Iran war. Photograph: Majid-Asgaripour/ReutersView image in fullscreenVessels in the strait of Hormuz on Friday as Pakistan continues to mediate in the hope of finding a breakthrough in talks to end the US-Iran war. Photograph: Majid-Asgaripour/ReutersUS-Israel war on IranUranium and control of strait of Hormuz key as talks to end US-Iran war continuePakistani mediators believe permanent ceasefire within reach although major points of disagreement remainPatrick Wintour Diplomatic editorFri 22 May 2026 07.24 EDTLast modified on Fri 22 May 2026 07.25 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleFuture control over the strait of Hormuz and a demand from Washington…
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