Iran suspends negotiations via mediators with US –

Iran announced it is halting all talks with the United States that are being conducted through third‑party mediators, citing continued U.S. sanctions and a lack of progress on Tehran’s demands. The suspension affects negotiations over the 2015 nuclear‑deal (JCPOA) and other regional issues, and signals Tehran’s willingness to resume direct talks only if the U.S. lifts restrictions and meets its core conditions. Views Nigeria