Coverage dated August 11, 2026

Pakistan: U.S., Iran close to deal despite rhetoric

Headline from The Columbian

WASHINGTON — Pakistan’s defense minister said the United States and Iran are “close to some sort of arrangement” over the Strait of Hormuz, even after both sides appeared to harden their positions in the long-deadlocked negotiations.

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Reports & sources

3 articles, oldest first.

  1. Al-Monitor

    Pakistan says US and Iran close to 'some sort' of deal despite attacks on shipping (opens Al-Monitor)

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    Al-Monitor's feed description

    By Tala Ramadan and Elwely Elwelly DUBAI, Aug 11 (Reuters) - Pakistan said on Tuesday the United States and Iran were close to "some sort" of deal, and fellow mediator Qatar said talks on managing the Strait of Hormuz were at an advanced stage, despite reports of new attacks on shipping in regional …

  2. The Brunswick News

    Pakistan says US, Iran close to deal despite Trump rhetoric (opens The Brunswick News)

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    The Brunswick News's feed description

    WASHINGTON — Pakistan’s defense minister said the United States and Iran are “close to some sort of arrangement” over the Strait of Hormuz, even after both sides appeared to harden their positions in the long-deadlocked negotiations. “Things are shaping up…

  3. The Columbian

    Pakistan: U.S., Iran close to deal despite rhetoric (opens The Columbian)

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    The Columbian's feed description

    WASHINGTON — Pakistan’s defense minister said the United States and Iran are “close to some sort of arrangement” over the Strait of Hormuz, even after both sides appeared to harden their positions in the long-deadlocked negotiations.

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