US President Donald Trump says Washington is ready for another round of negotiations with Iran, even as the US imposed fresh sanctions targeting key Iranian financial networks. Reports suggest new talks could take place in Switzerland, while Qatar, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Oman continue diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation in the region. Meanwhile, Iran has rejected claims that it requested negotiations and has accused the US of violating previous understandings through renewed military action.


Trump agrees to fresh iran talks as us imposes new sanctions amid rising middle east tensions

Washington has switched the tap back on for Iran. The U.S. Treasury's General License X, issued on June 22, waives sanctions on Iranian crude, petrochemical and petroleum sales through August 21. It marks the broadest rollback since the 1979 Revolution. But for Iran, even as the funds are unlocked, the money is not moving yet.

Iran's Oil Windfall From Sanctions Relief Hits Banking Wall 

The European Union has unveiled a fresh package of sanctions against Iran as tensions intensify around the Strait of Hormuz. The move comes amid concerns over maritime security, energy supplies, and the potential impact on global trade. This episode explores the sanctions, their strategic significance, and the broader implications for international relations.

European Union Announces Fresh Sanctions On Iran Amid Hormuz Blockade 

According to analysis by a blockchain analytics firm, Chainalysis, Iran’s on-chain crypto ecosystem processed more than $7.78 billion in activity in 2025, up sharply from the previous year.

Sanctions, inflation and economic crisis: Why cryptocurrency use is surging inside Iran

The resolution put forth by Russia and China — Iran's most powerful and closest allies on the 15-member council — failed to garner support on Friday.


UN Security Council rejects Russia and China’s bid to delay Iran nuclear sanctions

The sanctions will further complicate the situation for Iran as it grapples with economic strain and political unrest. In a letter to the UNSC last month, Britain, France, and Germany accused Tehran of multiple violations of the deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.

UNSC rejects resolution to extend relief, ‘snapback’ sanctions reimposed on Iran

Brent crude rose minimally to $69.33 a barrel, and WTI increased to $67.36, despite a 1.5% drop last week. Analysts note crude prices are nearly 7% lower for the year, affected by oversupply and trade wars.

Oil prices stay steady amid Russia sanctions and tariff fears collide

Iran's foreign minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, has warned that the country’s internal debate on nuclear policy could shift towards developing nuclear weapons if Western nations proceed with threats to reinstate all UN sanctions.

'Did everything they asked,' Iran's foreign minister hints at nuclear weapons program if sanctions return

Sri Lanka, on Wednesday (Feb 21) said that it exported $20 million worth of tea to Iran to partially pay its $251 million oil debt. The first instalment of the tea-for-oil deal was sent years after it was agreed upon in 2021.

Cash-strapped Sri Lanka partially repays Iranian oil debt with $20 million worth of tea

Iran's official IRNA news agency has said that the country has finalised deal to buy Sukhoi-35 fighter jets from Russia. This may help Iran modernise its ageing fleet of fighter jet which it has struggled to get spare parts for due to international sanctions.

Iran seals deal to buy Sukhoi-35 from Russia to modernise its ageing fleet of fighter jets

Russia and Iran are reportedly drawing out plans for a new shipping corridor with India in order to bypass the European sanctions, Nikkei Asia has reported. The plan is being formulated as a countermeasure to the US-led push for "friendshoring," an effort to relocate supply chains to allies and friendly countries.

Iran, Russia working on new trade route with India to bypass Western sanctions: Report

Crypto giant Binance has processed Iranian transactions with a value of $8 billion since 2018 despite US sanctions intended to cut Iran off from the global financial system, blockchain data show.

Crypto exchange Binance helped Iranian firms trade $8 billion despite sanctions

The European Union (EU) on Monday imposed sanctions on Iran’s Morality police, information minister and other senior officials in the wake of crackdown against the weeks-long protests sparked by Mahsa Amini's death.

Mahsa Amini's death: EU sanctions Iran’s Morality Police, minister for crackdown on protests

According to reports, US officials have threatened “severe consequences” against Iran after it imposed sanctions against former President Trump administration officials calling it an assassination threat.

Sanctions row: US fears Iran plotting assassination attempt against Trump officials

In a move that could potentially undermine talks on reviving the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran, the US on Thursday threatened to confront Iran next month at the IAEA if the country does not cooperate more with the watchdog.

US threatens escalation with Iran at IAEA next month if Tehran does not cooperate

Time is running out for the U.N. atomic watchdog to gain access to re-install cameras at a centrifuge-parts workshop in Iran, as the agency will soon be unable to guarantee equipment is not being diverted to make atom bombs, its chief said on Wednesday.

IAEA chief says time running out to end stand-off over Iran workshop

Iran rejected as "ridiculous and baseless" the United States' claim of Tehran's involvement in plotting to kidnap a New York journalist and human rights activist who was critical of the Islamic Republic, Iranian state media reported on Wednesday.

US claim on plot to kidnap journalist ridiculous: Iran

The US on Wednesday shared with Iran details of sanctions it was prepared to lift, as per a senior official quoted by AFP. The sanctions will be lifted if Iran returns to the nuclear deal.

US gives 'examples' of sanctions against Iran it is ready to lift

The European Union on Monday imposed sanctions on eight Iranian militia commanders and police chiefs, including the leader of the Revolutionary Guards over a crackdown on protests in 2019.

European Union sanctions eight Iranian officials over deadly 2019 protests

As the United Nations nuclear watchdog looks forward to a technical dialogue with Iran, the United States said it is hopeful that Iran would come forward for diplomacy after European allies dropped plans to censure Tehran at the UN nuclear watchdog.

Looking forward with strong interest for Iran's willingness to engage: US on nuclear issue

After the Biden administration offered talks with Iran over the nuclear deal, foreign minister Javad Zarif said that the "US should unconditionally and effectively lift all sanctions or re-labelled by Trump.

US should unconditionally lift all sanctions imposed by Trump, says Iran after Biden offers to talk

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said the US must "completely lift" sanctions first, followed by verification by Tehran, if it wants them to reverse their nuclear steps.

Iran says won't resume nuclear commitments until US lifts sanctions

Iran on Friday called on the new US administration to "unconditionally" lift sanctions imposed by Donald Trump on the Islamic republic to salvage the 2015 nuclear deal, warning against any concessions.

Iran calls on Biden to 'unconditionally' lift US sanctions imposed by Donald Trump

Iran's Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei posted an image of a golfer resembling ex-US President Donald Trump allegedly being targeted by a drone as he vowed to avenge top Iranian general General Qassem Soleimani assassination by US drone strike last year.

Drone on Trump playing golf? Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vows Soleimani revenge

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