Iran's foreign ministry contradicts Trump and says no negotiations taking place with US
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- NYT Worldseen 20 Aug, 17:56description edited
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For weeks, there has been no diplomatic progress, but also no full-scale fighting, as both sides seem to believe they can hold out longer than the other.For weeks, there has been no diplomatic progress, but also no full-scale fighting, as each side seems to believe it can hold out longer than the other.
- Bloomberg Politicsseen 26 Aug, 03:04headline rewritten
China ‘Actively Committed’ to Iran Talks With Tensions RisingChina ‘Actively Committed’ to Iran Talks as Tensions Rise - France Info (France)seen 28 Aug, 09:18headline rewritten
Régime, capacités militaires, économie... L'Iran sort-il affaibli ou renforcé de six mois de guerre avec les Etats-Unis ?Régime, capacités militaires, économie... L'Iran sort-il affaibli ou renforcé après six mois de guerre avec les Etats-Unis ? - The Hillseen 28 Aug, 16:41headline rewritten
Iran war shifts into neutral as six-month mark arrivesIran war shifts into neutral as 6-month mark arrives
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Mon, 3 August 2026
1 report- Euronews05:26first to report
Washington and Tehran have been at war since 28 February, when the US and Israel launched surprise strikes against Iran, though months of on-off diplomacy have led to periods of relative calm.
Sun, 9 August 2026
1 report- NYT World19:44
The United States and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28, starting a monthslong war that spread to neighboring countries and rocked global markets.
Wed, 12 August 2026
2 reports- Bloomberg Politics09:47
Iran is reorganizing its military to be more agile and aggressive abroad in light of its war with the US and Israel, a sign that it’s positioning for a protracted confrontation even if the current conflict ends.
- Bloomberg Politics12:59
Iran has reorganized its military to be more aggressive abroad as talks on ending the war with the US remain mired in stalemate, a sign that Tehran is preparing for a protracted era of regional conflict.
Thu, 13 August 2026
1 report- Japan Times01:41
The move is a sign that Tehran is preparing for a protracted era of regional conflict.
Wed, 19 August 2026
1 report- Al Jazeera English15:46
US interventions in Iran and beyond reveal a recurring pattern of regime changes, with high human and financial costs.
Thu, 20 August 2026
3 reports- Channel News Asia03:34
Tehran appears to have concluded that "if confrontation becomes unavoidable, Iran should escalate earlier and more forcefully rather than wait for the United States or Israel to define the terms of the conflict", says one analyst.
- South China Morning Post04:58
Six months into its war with the United States, Iran’s military has begun signalling a shift from retaliation to offence, which analysts say could reflect Tehran’s belief it holds leverage to advance its demands and break the stalemate. Since US-Israeli strikes launched the war on February 28, Tehran has largely portrayed its strikes against the US, Israel and Gulf countries as revenge for attacks on the Islamic Republic. Now, Iranian officials are openly talking about giving offensive...
- NYT World09:04edited after publishing
For weeks, there has been no diplomatic progress, but also no full-scale fighting, as each side seems to believe it can hold out longer than the other.
Sat, 22 August 2026
2 reports- Japan Times04:57
As the war neared 6 months old, the two sides were not exchanging fire but also not pursuing peace talks.
- The Hill15:00
From Tehran’s perspective, delaying negotiations is not passive behavior — it is an active bargaining strategy.
Sun, 23 August 2026
1 report- Bloomberg Politics13:42edited after publishing
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China ‘Actively Committed’ to Iran Talks With Tensions RisingChina said it continues to support a diplomatic end to the US-Iran war, in a delayed statement released shortly before Washington is set to unveil measures to punish Tehran’s economic partners.
Tue, 25 August 2026
1 report- The Hill16:00
Iran isn’t waiting for this war to end before it looks for the next vulnerability, and neither should we.
Wed, 26 August 2026
1 report- Times of India09:25
Thu, 27 August 2026
1 report- tportal (Croatia)14:34
Sjedinjene Države i Iran trenutačno ne pregovaraju o okončanju rata dok je Washington fokusiran na ekonomski pritisak na Teheran, ali sve opcije ostaju 'na stolu', rekla je glasnogovornica Bijele kuće Karoline Leavitt u četvrtak u intervjuu Fox Newsu.
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- N1 Info (Croatia)27 Aug, 19:47their copy
Fri, 28 August 2026
39 reports- Tagesschau (Germany)02:38
US-Präsident Trump und Israels Premier Netanjahu hatten auf einen Durchmarsch gesetzt, als sie am 28. Februar Iran angreifen ließen. Es kam anders - mit weitreichenden Konsequenzen für die Region. Von Tina Fuchs.
- taylorvilledailynews.com03:18
WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump arrives at an awkward moment for his presidency on Friday as the U.S.-Israel war against Iran reaches the six-month mark, a notable milestone for a conflict that the Republican leader repeatedly assured Americans would be a “little excursion” lasting […]
- taylorvilledailynews.com03:18Six months on, the Iran war has changed the Middle East, but not in the way its architects had hoped
It’s been six months since the United States and Israel attacked Iran with the perennial goal of transforming the Middle East through military force. The region has changed, but not in the way they had hoped. The Islamic Republic survived the assassination of its top […]
- France Info (France)03:58edited after publishing
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Régime, capacités militaires, économie... L'Iran sort-il affaibli ou renforcé de six mois de guerre avec les Etats-Unis ?Le 28 février, une première frappe israélo-américaine avait plongé le pays dans un conflit à haute intensité. Malgré les annonces tonitruantes de Donald Trump, le régime est toujours en place six mois plus tard, et les négociations sont au point mort.
- Japan Times04:04
Major combat operations have been paused for weeks but there has been little progress toward a wider peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran.
- Google News - Top Stories05:02
Six months into the Iran war: Markets become accustomed to stalemate with no end in sight CNBC Six Months In, Iran’s Regime Stands, U.S. Goals Remain Unmet The New York Times Six months of war: Where things stand between the US and Iran KCRA Trump promised a short Iran war. Six months later, he has few good options. The Washington Post Trump's evolving endgame for the Iran war, in 6 quotes Axios
- Al Jazeera English05:37
The Iran war is settling into attrition, with no regime collapse and Gulf economies facing growing uncertainty.
- dominicanrepublicpost.com06:08
- Al Jazeera English06:31
The US has not won the war, but sustained pressure is weakening Tehran and giving Washington a stronger hand.
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- aljazeera.com28 Aug, 06:31their copy
- Al Jazeera English06:35
Economic pressure is testing Iran where it is weakest and sharpening divisions within its leadership.
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- aljazeera.com28 Aug, 06:35their copy
- grenadachronicle.com06:49
- Bloomberg Politics07:57
Iran’s top diplomat said resuming diplomacy with the US “isn’t impossible,” after what he described as “creative discussions” with Qatar, a mediator in the war between Washington and Tehran.
- NYT World08:55
Trump’s replacement of a military war with a heightened economic one is not expected to alter Iran’s strategy, while further impoverishing its people.
- NYT World08:55
Trump’s replacement of a military war with a heightened economic one is not expected to alter Iran’s strategy, while further impoverishing its people.
- Google News - Top Stories08:55
Six Months In, Iran’s Regime Stands, U.S. Goals Remain Unmet The New York Times See more headlines & perspectives on Google News
- NYT World08:58
Iranians have become increasingly desperate, as they grapple with an economic crisis made worse by the conflict and grow increasingly skeptical about President Trump’s motives.
- NYT World08:58
Iranians have become increasingly desperate, as they grapple with an economic crisis made worse by the conflict and grow increasingly skeptical about President Trump’s motives.
- Axios09:02
The Iran war hits its six-month mark Friday, with President Trump's path to ending it increasingly unclear. Why it matters: Trump entered the war projecting a four- to five-week military campaign. Six months later, his proposed exits have ranged from military victory to a negotiated peace deal tied to reopening the Strait of Hormuz . Now, the war centers on an open-ended economic squeeze of Iran. Meanwhile, the U.S. is moving increasing amounts of oil out of the strait, reducing Iran's...
- ČT24 (Czechia)09:43
Uplynulo půl roku od útoku Spojených států a Izraele na Írán. Válka, kterou americký prezident Donald Trump označoval za „malý výlet“ nanejvýš na několik týdnů, prakticky uzavřela významnou trasu pro vývoz ropy z Blízkého východu a vyvolala růst ceny této suroviny na světových trzích. Hlavními deklarovanými cíli amerických představitelů bylo donutit Teherán, aby se vzdal jaderného programu a ukončil podporu teroristických organizací na Blízkém východě. Doufali také v pád íránského režimu. Ani...
- Politico Europe09:51
The Pentagon’s inability to subdue Tehran, dwindling weapons stockpiles and distancing from allies have led U.S. military officials to question whether America maintains its clout.
- Google News - Top Stories10:00
‘We won.’ ‘Winding down.’ ‘Close to over.’ Six months of Trump on the Iran war Los Angeles Times US-Iran war reaches 6-month mark as Strait of Hormuz tensions remain high Fox News Trump promised a short Iran war. Six months later, he has few good options. The Washington Post After 6 months of war, Iran's battered regime remains entrenched NPR Six months on, the Iran war has changed the Middle East, but not in the way its architects had hoped AP News
- The Hill11:08edited after publishing
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Iran war shifts into neutral as six-month mark arrivesIn today's issue: ▪ Iran war approach shifts ▪ Trump gives Paxton a boost ▪ Warsh makes key Fed speech ▪ Leavitt’s last day Today marks six months since the start of the war with Iran, which President Trump said would last for four to five weeks. The conflict has settled into a tense but relatively quiet holding...
- Al Jazeera English11:45
Al Jazeera tracks six months of the Iran war, from the dead and displaced to the shock delivered to the global economy.
- Google News - Top Stories12:02
Trump promised a short Iran war. Six months later, he has few good options. The Washington Post Six Months In, Iran’s Regime Stands, U.S. Goals Remain Unmet The New York Times Six months on, the Iran war has changed the Middle East, but not in the way its architects had hoped AP News The Latest: Iran war reaches its six-month mark as Trump tries increasing economic pressure The Washington Post Iran war reaches its six-month mark Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- iheart.com12:07
Six months into the U.S.-Iran war, the conflict continues with significant global impacts, including rising oil prices and stalled diplomacy. Despite initial predictions of a quick resolution, hostilities persist, and diplomatic efforts led by Qatar have yet to yield results.
- iheart.com12:07
Six months into the U.S.-Iran war, the conflict continues with significant global impacts, including rising oil prices and stalled diplomacy. Despite initial predictions of a quick resolution, hostilities persist, and diplomatic efforts led by Qatar have yet to yield results.
- iheart.com12:07
Six months into the U.S.-Iran war, the conflict continues with significant global impacts, including rising oil prices and stalled diplomacy. Despite initial predictions of a quick resolution, hostilities persist, and diplomatic efforts led by Qatar have yet to yield results.
- Al Jazeera English12:37
Many of the US president's goals remain unfulfilled, despite claims of victory.
- Google News - Top Stories12:38
Trump's evolving endgame for the Iran war, in 6 quotes Axios For Trump, the Iran War Is Stuck Between Combat and Genuine Peace The New York Times After 6 months of war, Iran's battered regime remains entrenched NPR After six months, the Iran war has reached its endgame — a costly stalemate Reuters Live Updates: Iran war hits 6-month mark with no end in sight CBS News
- africanews.com13:47
As life continues in Iran despite economic hardship, the war has settled into a stalemate with mediated talks failing to produce a peace deal.
- Tagesschau (Germany)14:00
Der vor einem halben Jahr begonnene Iran-Krieg hat nicht nur Folgen für die USA, Israel und Iran. Auch das Selbstverständnis der Golfstaaten wurde infrage gestellt. Sie setzen auf neue Ölexportwege und regionale Allianzen. Von P. Jens.
- Al Jazeera English15:09
The US-Israeli war on Iran has reached the six-month mark, with no sign of slowing down.
- South China Morning Post17:26
President Donald Trump arrives at an awkward moment for his presidency on Friday as the US-Israel war against Iran reaches the six-month mark, a notable milestone for a conflict that the Republican leader repeatedly assured Americans would be a “little excursion” lasting a matter of weeks. The war is not over, though Trump claims that through bombs and blockade, he has already devastated Iran’s leadership, military and economy. And this week his administration said it would turn its focus to...
- NPR News19:35
Instead of collapsing, the Iranian regime has dug in its heels and taken an even harder line.
- Google News - Top Stories19:35
After 6 months of war, Iran's battered regime remains entrenched NPR For Trump, the Iran War Is Stuck Between Combat and Genuine Peace The New York Times After six months, the Iran war has reached its endgame — a costly stalemate Reuters Live Updates: Iran vows to resist U.S. sanctions as war passes 6-month mark CBS News Six months on, Trump’s Iran ‘excursion’ risks igniting crises far beyond the Middle East CNN
- Google News - Top Stories19:43
Six Months In, Iran Appears Stronger and U.S. Goals Unclear The New York Times Six months on, the Iran war has changed the Middle East, but not in the way its architects had hoped AP News After 6 months of war, Iran's battered regime remains entrenched NPR Trump promised a short Iran war. Six months later, he has few good options. The Washington Post Six months later: Iran war far from settled and in 'very dangerous period' KATU
- PBS NewsHour22:50
In our news wrap Friday, it has been six months since the U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran, a conflict that President Trump said would last weeks, Trump honored the Artemis II crew with the Congressional Space Medal of Honor and Anthropic says it remains focused on working "productively" with the administration after a judge ruled the Pentagon's measures against the company were illegal.
- La Repubblica (Italy)23:00
Il conflitto si trascina, ma Bessent rilancia: “Schiacceremo la loro fragile economia”. L’appello di Khamenei alla resistenza: “Nessuno danneggi la coesione sociale”
- cbs4local.com23:23
Six months into the Iran conflict, the U.S. has shifted from bombing to economic pressure. Iran expert Hussein Banai says Tehran remains resilient and the risk of renewed fighting is still high.
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- cbs12.com28 Aug, 23:23their copy
- nebraska.tv28 Aug, 23:23their copy
Sat, 29 August 2026
15 reports- Google News - Top Stories00:43
Live Updates: Iran war hits 6-month mark with no end in sight CBS News For Trump, the Iran War Is Stuck Between Combat and Genuine Peace The New York Times After 6 months of war, Iran's battered regime remains entrenched NPR Six months on, Trump’s Iran ‘excursion’ risks igniting crises far beyond the Middle East CNN Trump promised a short Iran war. Six months later, he has few good options. The Washington Post
- Tagesschau (Germany)02:54
Immer mehr Republikaner äußern ihre Kritik an Trumps Vorgehen in Iran. Nach sechs Monaten ist kein Ende in Sicht. Und das könnte zu einem Problem für die Zwischenwahlen werden. Von S. Jackisch.
- Japan Times03:16
Iran is facing critical decisions over a war that has set the Middle East aflame while trashing the country's already fragile economy.
- France Info (France)05:10
Le président américain se tourne vers une guerre plus économique que militaire contre le régime iranien, à deux mois d'élections décisives pour la suite et la fin de son second mandat à la Maison Blanche.
- Al Jazeera English06:11
Gulf states are building overlapping partnerships that complement, rather than replace, the US security role.
- Google News - Top Stories06:30
Six months into the Iran war, Iranian Americans remain divided over what comes next CNN For Trump, the Iran War Is Stuck Between Combat and Genuine Peace The New York Times After six months, the Iran war has reached its endgame — a costly stalemate Reuters 'Is there a plan': 6 months into war, Iranian Americans worry about future USA Today After 6 months of war, Iran's battered regime remains entrenched NPR
- Google News - Top Stories07:25
6 months on, Iran’s leaders are defying the US and signaling no tolerance for dissent AP News Six months into the Iran war, Iranian Americans remain divided over what comes next CNN For Trump, the Iran War Is Stuck Between Combat and Genuine Peace The New York Times US military families ride 'roller coaster of emotions' over six months of Iran war Reuters Six months on, the Iran war has changed the Middle East, but not in the way its architects had hoped AP News
- Libération (France)09:59
Le conflit, dont Donald Trump ne parvient plus à sortir, épuise les stocks de munitions stratégiques de l’armée américaine. Cette situation donne du grain à moudre à la Chine et à la Russie, et érode la confiance des alliés que Washington était censé protéger.
- South China Morning Post11:00
Gulf states are making a strategic pivot as the war in Iran drags on into its sixth month, but observers warn that their shift towards self-reliant defence networks could test China’s “involvement without commitment” strategy in the region. The war has forced Gulf leaders to face the reality that neither the United States nor China is able to protect them from attacks by Iran. On Wednesday, the Iranian army warned that any “possible future war” with the United States could spread across the...
- Wirtualna Polska (Poland)11:51
Donald Trump planuje zakończyć finansowanie peszmergów, czyli sił zbrojnych irackiego Kurdystanu. Jak podaje BBC, wsparcie dla sojuszników, którzy przyczynili się do pokonania Państwa Islamskiego, ustanie 30 września. Z końcem miesiąca Amerykanie opuszczą też bazę w Irbilu.
- Bloomberg Politics12:00
Six months into a conflict that President Donald Trump predicted would last “four to five weeks,” Republican strategists worry there’s no way to keep the Iran war from hurting the party’s prospects in November’s midterm elections.
- Google News - Top Stories12:37
No One Knows How to End the War with Iran Rolling Stone After 6 months of war, Iran's battered regime remains entrenched NPR For Trump, the Iran War Is Stuck Between Combat and Genuine Peace The New York Times Six months into the Iran war, Iranian Americans remain divided over what comes next CNN Six months on, Trump’s Iran strategy is starting to pay off Al Jazeera
- fortune.com14:16
President Masoud Pezeshkian is one of the most prominent voices still calling for a negotiated solution.
- PBS NewsHour18:55
Iran's new leaders evince little faith in any agreement with Trump — after coming under attack twice while holding talks — and they may be bracing for another assault once the U.S. replenishes its supplies of interceptors.
- ABC (Spain)23:21
Han pasado seis meses desde que comenzara la guerra entre Estados Unidos e Israel conta la República Islámica de Irán. La contienda estalló poco después de que grandes manifestaciones pusieran contra las cuerdas al régimen iraní, que aplicó una represión extrema. Tras esos meses de diciembre y enero de máxima tensión interna, hubo detenciones masivas, que según distintas ONG alcanzaron varios miles de personas. Hubo un uso letal de la fuerza contra los manifestantes, con disparos a quemarropa,...
Sun, 30 August 2026
8 reports- Google News - Top Stories04:00
A power struggle in Iran could decide when Trump’s war ends CNN After 6 months of war, Iran's battered regime remains entrenched NPR For Trump, the Iran War Is Stuck Between Combat and Genuine Peace The New York Times Investors prosper, consumers pay as Iran war exacts uneven economic toll 6 months in ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Trump promised a short Iran war. Six months later, he has few good options. The Washington Post
- Google News - Top Stories07:05
Investors prosper and consumers pay as the Iran war exacts an uneven economic toll 6 months in AP News A power struggle in Iran could decide when Trump’s war ends CNN After 6 months of war, Iran's battered regime remains entrenched NPR For Trump, the Iran War Is Stuck Between Combat and Genuine Peace The New York Times 'Is there a plan': 6 months into war, Iranian Americans worry about future USA Today
- Times of India09:20
Six months into the war, global economic fears have not fully materialized. Oil prices surged initially but have since eased from their peak. Financial markets have recovered strongly, boosted by artificial intelligence optimism. Airlines and farmers face increased costs, impacting travelers and food security. Clean energy and defense contractors have emerged as significant beneficiaries.
- Al Jazeera English09:32
Six months into the US-Israel war on Iran, the governments in the three countries are fighting political wars at home.
- Al Jazeera English11:24
The US-Israeli bombing of Iran became a fight for the Strait of Hormuz. AJLabs counts the cost of the war.
- Al Jazeera English12:08
Common Iranians are under increasing pressure, with no relief expected in the short term.
- Google News - Top Stories14:31
Six months into the Iran war, the Trump family is among the winners Fortune A power struggle in Iran could decide when Trump’s war ends CNN The home front: How Israel, Iran, and US leaders have been hit by the war Al Jazeera 6 months in, Iran's leaders are defying the U.S. and signaling no tolerance for dissent PBS Ted Cruz defends Trump’s ‘accomplished’ Iran messaging, citing ‘multiple missions’ The Hill
- Bloomberg Politics20:39
President Donald Trump dismissed concerns that the conflict in Iran was draining American firepower as clashes resumed in the on-again off-again hostilities that have stretched more than six months, with neither side willing to restart negotiations to end the war.
Mon, 31 August 2026
9 reports- Le Figaro (France)05:06
L’attaque a fait deux morts et deux blessés, selon l’agence iranienne de presse Tasnim. En représailles, les Gardiens de la Révolution ont affirmé avoir attaqué des installations de l’armée américaine.
- Channel News Asia09:00
The conflict has strained the United States military, shaken energy markets and piled political pressure on President Donald Trump.
- NYT World10:16
The renewed attacks were the latest sign that the war that began six months ago appears far from over.
- Al Jazeera English15:11
US president promises to hit Iran and calls for the country's leaders to be prosecuted for killing protesters.
- Google News - Top Stories15:13
Trump says Iran is ‘dead’, vows to respond after renewed clashes Al Jazeera Iran war live: Trump says US could still ‘smack’ Iran ‘to see what happens’ Al Jazeera Trump Warns of Strong Retaliation Against Iran, Calls It 'Failed State' 조선일보 Iran-US war latest: Trump says American military may still ‘smack’ Iran despite it being a ‘failed nation’ The Independent President Trump: the US will respond to attack on US forces overnight: "We're going to hit them hard" Forex Factory
- The Hill16:31
⏰ House returns to face shutdown clock {beacon} It’s Monday … and the last day of August, as the end of summer rapidly approaches. Soak it up, 12:30 Report readers. In today's issue: U.S., Iran resume strikes Pentagon on defense over leak House returns from monthlong break Bessent to invoke China at G20...
- investmentwatchblog.com18:16
Trump Insists Iran Is Dead -- Hours After USA Resumes Strikes... President Donald Trump declared that Iran “IS DEAD” hours after US forces struck the
- tportal (Croatia)18:21
Američki predsjednik Donald Trump zaprijetio je u ponedjeljak novim napadima na Iran nakon prvih međusobnih uzvratnih napada u mjesec dana, zbog čega je sukob, koji se u posljednje vrijeme pretvorio u ekonomsku pat-poziciju, zaprijetio ponovnom eskalacijom u otvorene borbe
- Google News - Top Stories19:57
Live Updates: Trump vows to hit Iran hard after U.S., Tehran exchange strikes for the first time in weeks CBS News Iran war live: Trump says US could still ‘smack’ Iran ‘to see what happens’ Al Jazeera Trump vows to hit Iran hard after first exchanges of fire in a month Reuters US says not talking to Iran as Hormuz diplomacy intensifies CNN President Trump vows retaliation against Iran after missile attacks KCRA
Tue, 1 September 2026
2 reports- Le Figaro (France)07:09
Pour la première fois depuis cinq semaines, les États-Unis ont bombardé l’Iran. Donald Trump mise sur une stratégie d’asphyxie économique pour affaiblir le régime iranien.
- strategypage.com07:30
The Iran war won’t end until the religious dictatorship and its IRGC (Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps) defenders are no longer operational The Americans have been maintaining a blockade and putting diplomatic and military pressure on those who a