Iran says talks with US will begin in Pakistan’s Islamabad

Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: April 8, 2026Country: Iran

Politics

Iran says talks with US will begin in Pakistan’s Islamabad

Iran has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with the United States, with its National Security Council stating that talks will begin on Friday in Islamabad, based on Tehran's 10-point proposal. This announcement follows US President Donald Trump's agreement to suspend attacks on Iran for two weeks. The ceasefire is contingent upon Iran's complete and safe opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Stay informed with NewsBoulevard

Get the latest news summaries delivered to your inbox

Related News

PDP demands probe over alleged land, cash gifts to INEC officials

PoliticsNigeria

olufemiajasa•13m ago

PDP demands probe over alleged land, cash gifts to INEC officials

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called for an investigation into allegations that senior officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) received land and cash gifts from a powerful minister in President Bola Tinubu's cabinet. The PDP expressed concerns about the independence of INEC, warning that these allegations could undermine public trust in the electoral system. The party also demanded that the INEC chairman clarify these allegations, which could impact the perception of the commission's integrity.

Netanyahu says US-Iran ceasefire ‘does not include Lebanon’

PoliticsIsrael

Al Jazeera Staff•13m ago

Netanyahu says US-Iran ceasefire ‘does not include Lebanon’

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office announced that Israel supports the US decision to suspend strikes against Iran for two weeks, but stated that the ceasefire 'does not include Lebanon'. Netanyahu mentioned that the US is committed to ensuring that Iran no longer poses a nuclear, missile, or terror threat. This statement follows Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's announcement that an immediate ceasefire has been agreed upon, including for Lebanon.

ADC: Crisis deepens as third faction emerges

PoliticsNigeria

olufemiajasa•44m ago

ADC: Crisis deepens as third faction emerges

A new faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), loyal to its 2023 presidential candidate Dumebi Kachikwu, has emerged and supports INEC's decision to withdraw recognition of the David Mark-led leadership. This faction, led by Kingsley Temitope, disowned Nafiu Bala Gombe, stating he did not emerge through a credible process. The group also accused former National Chairman Ralph Nwosu of attempting to transfer the party to non-members.

Stay Updated with NewsBoulevard

Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news summaries delivered to your inbox

Learn more