The United States and Iran made notable progress in their discussions on Tuesday, getting closer to a possible framework deal to resolve the ongoing war, according to two US officials cited by Axios.
The talks, mediated by Pakistan, focused on narrowing differences on key issues including Iran’s nuclear programme, the fate of its enriched uranium stockpile, sanctions relief, and ensuring the ceasefire fully covers all regional fronts, particularly Lebanon.
Background of the Conflict
The war between the US/Israel and Iran erupted on February 28, 2026, following a series of Israeli strikes on Iranian targets. The conflict quickly escalated into direct US involvement, with extensive airstrikes targeting Iranian military, nuclear, and energy infrastructure. Iran responded with missile and drone attacks on Israeli and US-linked sites, while also restricting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
The current two-week ceasefire, which includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz for international shipping, took effect earlier this month but remains fragile due to continued military activity in Lebanon and limited shipping traffic in the Gulf.
Pakistan continues to mediate actively, with a delegation expected to visit Iran in the coming days to help arrange the next round of talks.