Next round of talks between US And Iran could take place this week or early next week - Iranian embassy official in Pakistan

Beijing’s foreign ministry said the U.S. action targeting Iranian ports is “dangerous and irresponsible.” China’s foreign ministry says increased U.S. military deployment will only aggravate tensions, referring to the blockade of Iranian ports.

US And Iranian Negotiation Teams To Return To Islamabad For Peace Talks Later This Week – RTRS Cites Sources

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