Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:36pm on 25 Jun 2025,Wednesday International
U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff described negotiations with Iran as “promising,” noting both direct and indirect discussions aimed at forging a long-term peace deal and reviving Tehran’s diplomatic ties with Washington . The remarks followed a fragile ceasefire brokered by President Trump between Iran and Israel after a two-week war involving U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites and Iran’s missile retaliation . Witkoff expressed confidence in achieving a comprehensive agreement, as global powers emphasize diplomacy amid ongoing assessments of the conflict’s impact and future nuclear risks. (The Hindu)