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•Fresh US-Iran talks enter expert-level in Pakistan

•Trump says negotiation outcomes make no difference to me

• Says China will have ‘big problems’ if it ships weapons to Iran

•Seize opportunity for de-escalation, Macron tells Iranian president

Sunday Ehigiator

The United States has begun clearing sea mines from the Strait of Hormuz, signalling a major step toward reopening the critical global oil route, even as fragile ceasefire talks with Iran intensify in Pakistan.

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that two guided-missile destroyers, USS Frank E. Petersen and USS Michael Murphy, have transited the strategic waterway as part of efforts to remove mines allegedly laid by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) and restore safe maritime passage.

The mine-clearing operation comes amid a heightened global concern over disruptions to energy supplies, as the strait, a vital artery for international oil shipments, has remained largely restricted since the outbreak of hostilities.

Despite the ceasefire reached earlier in the week, maritime traffic through the strait has remained severely limited, with reports indicating that only about 30 ships have successfully passed through the corridor.

CENTCOM Commander, Admiral Brad Cooper, said the mission is aimed at reopening the channel for global commerce.

“Today, we began the process of establishing a new passage, and we will share this safe pathway with the maritime industry soon to encourage the free flow of commerce,” he said.

US President, Mr. Donald Trump, also confirmed the development, stating that Washington had commenced clearing the waterway “as a favour to countries all over the world,” even as conflicting claims persist over the extent of military gains.

The mine-clearing effort is unfolding alongside rare, high-level diplomatic engagement between Washington and Tehran, with both sides meeting in Islamabad under a fragile ceasefire brokered by Pakistan.

While the US delegation to the meeting was led by Vice President JD Vance, Iran was represented by a high-level delegation led by Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi.

Sources indicated that it was the first the two nations held direct talks; an uncommon move for the two nations, which have historically relied on intermediaries.

The talks, the first direct engagement of their kind in decades, have now progressed to an expert-level phase, involving technical discussions on key issues such as maritime security, nuclear activities, sanctions, and broader regional stability.

However, despite the diplomatic push, tensions remain elevated across the region.

Iranian authorities confirmed that the negotiations have now progressed to an “expert-level stage,” involving specialised committees focusing on economic, military, legal, and nuclear matters, as both sides work to finalise technical details.

As negotiations between both countries continue into the midnight, President Trump told reporters today that it makes no difference to him if a deal is reached with Iran, as the US and Iran engaged in negotiations in Pakistan.

“Regardless of what happens, we win. We’ve defeated them militarily,” Trump said as he departed the White House. He later added, “Whether we make a deal or not makes no difference to me.”

Asked about US intelligence that suggests China potentially aiding Iran, he indicated that Beijing will face consequences. “If China does that, China will have big problems, OK?”

Vice President Vance is in Pakistan negotiating with Iranian officials, which the president acknowledged has been going on “for many hours.”

“We’ve totally defeated that country, so let’s see what happens,” Trump said. “Maybe they make a deal, maybe they don’t; it doesn’t matter. From the standpoint of America, we win.”

Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that the military campaign against Iran is still ongoing, casting doubt on the durability of the ceasefire.

“The campaign is not yet over, but it can already be said clearly, we have achieved historic results,” Netanyahu said in a 13-minute televised address yesterday.

He further claimed that Iran was “begging for a ceasefire” and described the country as weakened, while insisting that its nuclear capabilities would be dismantled either through agreement or “by other means.”

In a related development, Qatar’s Ministry of Transport said maritime navigation will fully resume for all types of vessels and ships in the Persian Gulf starting from today, Sunday, April 12, 2026.

In a statement yesterday, the ministry said sailing will be permitted from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. for all vessel types. It added that, in line with a previous announcement, vessels licensed for fishing are allowed to sail throughout the day.

The ministry urged operators to comply with the directive and to ensure all required safety and security equipment is available and functioning before and during voyages, to maintain the highest levels of safety for all trips.

There has been no official statement from Iran, which controls the Strait of Hormuz, on whether there is any coordination with Qatar. The announcement comes as the United States and Iran hold talks in Pakistan aimed at ending the war in the Middle East.

Also, reacting to the meeting between Iran and the US, French President Emmanuel Macron said he has urged his Iranian counterpart to “seize the opportunity to pave the way for a lasting de-escalation.”

Macron, in a post on X yesterday, said he spoke to Masoud Pezeshkian and pushed for an agreement providing regional security guarantees, with all countries involved. He says that he pressed the need for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and also stressed the importance of a ceasefire, including in Lebanon.

The crisis has continued to reverberate beyond the Gulf, particularly in Lebanon, where ongoing hostilities involving Israel and Hezbollah have pushed the death toll past 2,000, underscoring the broader regional stakes tied to the outcome of the US-Iran negotiations.

Analysts say the success of the mine-clearing operation and the outcome of the Pakistan talks will be critical in determining whether global shipping and energy markets can return to normal, or whether the region risks sliding back into deeper conflict.[/quote]https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/04/12/us-begins-mine-clearing-operation-in-strait-of-hormuz-amid-fragile-ceasefire/

Eishhhhh😁

So no single Iran ship or boat or even canoe that can go close to the USA vessel and warn them to turn back ?

Assalamualaikum understands one language and one language alone


KaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaBOOM

Trump now threatening China...


It's okay for him to supply Ukraine and isreal weapons. But not for China to supply Iran?


The logic of America and the west always gives me chronic headaches.


He wants to open another front on which to fight.... I wonder how much and how many wars he can fight at the same time... especially with a power like China.


He should think it out very well o... not that after 2 weeks into it he would start begging for a cease fire again.


Very unstable somebody!

Let's the missiles starts flying

I want to know if Iran is actually winning ]

After all we now classify Iran as a superpower

A giant in world politics and dynamics, I shaaaaa no won hear genocide oooh


Infact right now, their leaders go dey think if they made to wise decisions or if they should ask for another round table discussion

Some of them go won cry now ;
Because now, the fighting continues

donleo92:
Let's the missiles starts flying

I want to know if Iran is actually winning ]

Nairaland terrorists go cry tire

Like helinues that traveled abroad without NIN 😁

I want other to travel also and join Iran

Choi

Iran don go buy market

I sha no won here I stand with Iran oooh

Una talk say Iran na superpower, so make una still use that energy support them win the fight begin 😂

Because like this America, go treat them like super power

You know say difference dey always dey, when you dey fight play play fight with your elder brother

And when you dey fight real one with am

So na real fight we dey now

Harry S. Truman Speech and warning before the bombing of japan. Vs Donald Trump


https://www.tiktok.com/video/7626931951655570702?_r=1&_t=ZS-95SBrEe4Tg8


History is about to repeat itself.

Oga Donald Trump should have better stick to Business where you can threaten and fire people. But when dealing with countries diplomacy is key .. it's a completely different terrain from politics.. because you are dealing with people who have seen it all. You killed most of their political actors you think they give a shit what you think, you have your stakes to guide, it is foolish to fight Iran.Before Khomeini was elected as the Supreme Leader he said something very significant he said he knows he is just a leader on the surface with no significant powers. So that tells you they are men behind the curtain who runs the country that you have no idea of, because everyone knows political actors and actresses are usually profiled by other countries to manipulate economics and events. The same thing is happening in Nigeria, you would think Mr President isn't trying his best, but he could be manipulated by other powers .

donleo92:
Choi

Iran don go buy market

I sha no won here I stand with Iran oooh

Una talk say Iran na superpower, so make una still use that energy support them win the fight begin 😂

Same Iran wey dey pummel and dismantle US and Israel upandan.

Stay away from FoxNews CNN and BBC so that you can see reality from the constant brainwash

Iran is hitting Israel freely now because they have long dismantled the iron paper dome a long time ago but CNN FoxNews and BBC will keep your brain washed with sponge

Iran have eradicated US bases in the middle east but FoxNews CNN and BBC will not tell you that over 23 US bases have been destroyed in the middle east

donleo92:
Let's the missiles starts flying

I want to know if Iran is actually winning ]

E sure for me say Iran no go do anything ,

Infact right now, their leaders go dey think if they made to wise decisions

Some of them go won cry now

E be like say na iron sponge Fox news BBC and CNN take wash your brain because your own level of brainwashing no get part two.

stuffs2002:
Same Iran wey dey pummel and dismantle US and Israel upandan.

Stay away from FoxNews CNN and BBC so that you can see reality from the constant brainwash

Iran is hitting Israel freely now because they have long dismantled the iron paper dome a long time ago but CNN FoxNews and BBC will keep your brain washed with sponge

Iran have eradicated US bases in the middle east but FoxNews CNN and BBC will not tell you that over 23 US bases have been destroyed in the middle east

And are you sure say no be SWEN una dey read for mosque instead of NEWS ?

stuffs2002:
E be like say na iron sponge Fox news BBC and CNN take wash your brain because your own level of brainwashing no get part two.

No issues

I forget say Iran na superpowers

I shaa no won here genocide ooooh

I don screen shot this your comment

stuffs2002:
Same Iran wey dey pummel and dismantle US and Israel upandan.

Stay away from FoxNews CNN and BBC so that you can see reality from the constant brainwash

Iran is hitting Israel freely now because they have long dismantled the iron paper dome a long time ago but CNN FoxNews and BBC will keep your brain washed with sponge

Iran have eradicated US bases in the middle east but FoxNews CNN and BBC will not tell you that over 23 US bases have been destroyed in the middle east

Oooh!!!! I forget, Iran na superpower now

I no won shaa hear genocide when the thing start oooh

stuffs2002:
Same Iran wey dey pummel and dismantle US and Israel upandan.

Stay away from FoxNews CNN and BBC so that you can see reality from the constant brainwash

Iran is hitting Israel freely now because they have long dismantled the iron paper dome a long time ago but CNN FoxNews and BBC will keep your brain washed with sponge

Iran have eradicated US bases in the middle east but FoxNews CNN and BBC will not tell you that over 23 US bases have been destroyed in the middle east

Oooh!!!! I forget, Iran na superpower now

I shaaa no won hear genocide when the thing start oooh

It doesn't matter. Iran just took delivery of more advanced anti-air platforms from China.

brain54:
Trump now threatening China...


It's okay for him to supply Ukraine and isreal weapons. But not for China to supply Iran?


The logic of America and the west always gives me chronic headaches.


He wants to open another front on which to fight.... I wonder how much and how many wars he can fight at the same time... especially with a power like China.


He should think it out very well o... not that after 2 weeks into it he would start begging for a cease fire again.


Very unstable somebody!

Iran is a treat to the entire world. Blocking the strait of Hormuz is making you poorer.
How can't you see that this is a good thing for you and your children.

China needs the strait open much more than the US. They consume 35% of oil that passes through there so arming Iran to block the strait is not even good for their economy.

Fresh US-Iran talks enter expert-level in Pakistan

•Trump says negotiation outcomes make no difference to me

Dahomeywarrior1:
Eishhhhh😁

So no single Iran ship or boat or even canoe that can go close to the USA vessel and warn them to turn back ?

Assalamualaikum understands one language and one language alone


KaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaBOOM

Israel alone followed closely by Americans are the countries that speaks their language fluently.

The reason they hated Israel and America with passion, always chanting death to America and Israel.

That's very good, shame on those islamilk terrorist

They've cleared the mines abi?
They've destroyed Iran's navy ba?
Oya make make ship begin pass na make I check something.

brain54:
Trump now threatening China...


It's okay for him to supply Ukraine and isreal weapons. But not for China to supply Iran?


The logic of America and the west always gives me chronic headaches.


He wants to open another front on which to fight.... I wonder how much and how many wars he can fight at the same time... especially with a power like China.


He should think it out very well o... not that after 2 weeks into it he would start begging for a cease fire again.


Very unstable somebody!

+
Their logic is amazing.

Fela said it all - Animal sense don start again.

One veto vote is equal to 99 or more.

I can have a gun but you dare not have one.

Etc.

Its bewildering that we live in the same world with them and join the same organizations such as the UN. Its madness.

As for China, dont worry, they will not ever dare it. Its obvious by now they can never try China.

dre11:
•Fresh US-Iran talks enter expert-level in Pakistan

•Trump says negotiation outcomes make no difference to me

• Says China will have ‘big problems’ if it ships weapons to Iran

•Seize opportunity for de-escalation, Macron tells Iranian president

Sunday Ehigiator

The United States has begun clearing sea mines from the Strait of Hormuz, signalling a major step toward reopening the critical global oil route, even as fragile ceasefire talks with Iran intensify in Pakistan.

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that two guided-missile destroyers, USS Frank E. Petersen and USS Michael Murphy, have transited the strategic waterway as part of efforts to remove mines allegedly laid by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) and restore safe maritime passage.

The mine-clearing operation comes amid a heightened global concern over disruptions to energy supplies, as the strait, a vital artery for international oil shipments, has remained largely restricted since the outbreak of hostilities.

Despite the ceasefire reached earlier in the week, maritime traffic through the strait has remained severely limited, with reports indicating that only about 30 ships have successfully passed through the corridor.

CENTCOM Commander, Admiral Brad Cooper, said the mission is aimed at reopening the channel for global commerce.

“Today, we began the process of establishing a new passage, and we will share this safe pathway with the maritime industry soon to encourage the free flow of commerce,” he said.

US President, Mr. Donald Trump, also confirmed the development, stating that Washington had commenced clearing the waterway “as a favour to countries all over the world,” even as conflicting claims persist over the extent of military gains.

The mine-clearing effort is unfolding alongside rare, high-level diplomatic engagement between Washington and Tehran, with both sides meeting in Islamabad under a fragile ceasefire brokered by Pakistan.

While the US delegation to the meeting was led by Vice President JD Vance, Iran was represented by a high-level delegation led by Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi.

Sources indicated that it was the first the two nations held direct talks; an uncommon move for the two nations, which have historically relied on intermediaries.

The talks, the first direct engagement of their kind in decades, have now progressed to an expert-level phase, involving technical discussions on key issues such as maritime security, nuclear activities, sanctions, and broader regional stability.

However, despite the diplomatic push, tensions remain elevated across the region.

Iranian authorities confirmed that the negotiations have now progressed to an “expert-level stage,” involving specialised committees focusing on economic, military, legal, and nuclear matters, as both sides work to finalise technical details.

As negotiations between both countries continue into the midnight, President Trump told reporters today that it makes no difference to him if a deal is reached with Iran, as the US and Iran engaged in negotiations in Pakistan.

“Regardless of what happens, we win. We’ve defeated them militarily,” Trump said as he departed the White House. He later added, “Whether we make a deal or not makes no difference to me.”

Asked about US intelligence that suggests China potentially aiding Iran, he indicated that Beijing will face consequences. “If China does that, China will have big problems, OK?”

Vice President Vance is in Pakistan negotiating with Iranian officials, which the president acknowledged has been going on “for many hours.”

“We’ve totally defeated that country, so let’s see what happens,” Trump said. “Maybe they make a deal, maybe they don’t; it doesn’t matter. From the standpoint of America, we win.”

Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that the military campaign against Iran is still ongoing, casting doubt on the durability of the ceasefire.

“The campaign is not yet over, but it can already be said clearly, we have achieved historic results,” Netanyahu said in a 13-minute televised address yesterday.

He further claimed that Iran was “begging for a ceasefire” and described the country as weakened, while insisting that its nuclear capabilities would be dismantled either through agreement or “by other means.”

In a related development, Qatar’s Ministry of Transport said maritime navigation will fully resume for all types of vessels and ships in the Persian Gulf starting from today, Sunday, April 12, 2026.

In a statement yesterday, the ministry said sailing will be permitted from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. for all vessel types. It added that, in line with a previous announcement, vessels licensed for fishing are allowed to sail throughout the day.

The ministry urged operators to comply with the directive and to ensure all required safety and security equipment is available and functioning before and during voyages, to maintain the highest levels of safety for all trips.

There has been no official statement from Iran, which controls the Strait of Hormuz, on whether there is any coordination with Qatar. The announcement comes as the United States and Iran hold talks in Pakistan aimed at ending the war in the Middle East.

Also, reacting to the meeting between Iran and the US, French President Emmanuel Macron said he has urged his Iranian counterpart to “seize the opportunity to pave the way for a lasting de-escalation.”

Macron, in a post on X yesterday, said he spoke to Masoud Pezeshkian and pushed for an agreement providing regional security guarantees, with all countries involved. He says that he pressed the need for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and also stressed the importance of a ceasefire, including in Lebanon.

The crisis has continued to reverberate beyond the Gulf, particularly in Lebanon, where ongoing hostilities involving Israel and Hezbollah have pushed the death toll past 2,000, underscoring the broader regional stakes tied to the outcome of the US-Iran negotiations.

Analysts say the success of the mine-clearing operation and the outcome of the Pakistan talks will be critical in determining whether global shipping and energy markets can return to normal, or whether the region risks sliding back into deeper conflict.


https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/04/12/us-begins-mine-clearing-operation-in-strait-of-hormuz-amid-fragile-ceasefire/

Dahomeywarrior1:
The same strait USA is currently clearing?

Eissssh Nigeria news media and 2 hours late syndrome 😁😁😁

Well anything to make assalamualaikum happy for a while is welcomed

Dahomeywarrior1:
Eishhhhh😁

So no single Iran ship or boat or even canoe that can go close to the USA vessel and warn them to turn back ?

Assalamualaikum understands one language and one language alone


KaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaBOOM

donleo92:
Choi

Iran don go buy market

I sha no won here I stand with Iran oooh

Una talk say Iran na superpower, so make una still use that energy support them win the fight begin 😂

Because like this America, go treat them like super power

You know say difference dey always dey, when you dey fight play play fight with your elder brother

And when you dey fight real one with am

So na real fight we dey now

stuffs2002:
Same Iran wey dey pummel and dismantle US and Israel upandan.

Stay away from FoxNews CNN and BBC so that you can see reality from the constant brainwash

Iran is hitting Israel freely now because they have long dismantled the iron paper dome a long time ago but CNN FoxNews and BBC will keep your brain washed with sponge

Iran have eradicated US bases in the middle east but FoxNews CNN and BBC will not tell you that over 23 US bases have been destroyed in the middle east

stuffs2002:
E be like say na iron sponge Fox news BBC and CNN take wash your brain because your own level of brainwashing no get part two.

Felabrity:
Iran is making a mistake

Heffalump:
The way it's going, the IRGC will beg for ceasefire and they won't get it until outright surrender.

Arrowhead71:
You said...kahmanei elected ....or inherited ....from father to son to grandson

seunlayi:
Hope una hear Wetin Macron talk? That's the best advice for Iran otherwise.... kaboooooooom

I dey laugh at China

motayoayinde:
They've cleared the mines abi?
They've destroyed Iran's navy ba?
Oya make make ship begin pass na make I check something.

AOB1:
That's very good, shame on those islamilk terrorist

Wizardslayer:
Israel alone followed closely by Americans are the countries that speaks their language fluently.

The reason they hated Israel and America with passion, always chanting death to America and Israel.

tctrills:
Iran is a treat to the entire world. Blocking the strait of Hormuz is making you poorer.
How can't you see that this is a good thing for you and your children.

China needs the strait open much more than the US. They consume 35% of oil that passes through there so arming Iran to block the strait is not even good for their economy.

donleo92:
Oooh!!!! I forget, Iran na superpower now

I shaaa no won hear genocide when the thing start oooh

Propaganda no dey tire una?....

America clearing mines in Strait of Hormuz while Iran is asleep abi? Did Iran tell you their missiles are on vacation?...

Make una dey play....

Meanwhile, This is to all nairaland kids living in rural areas without stable Internet connection, Israel/America "won" the war against Iran by:

+ Replacing Iran Supreme leader Ali Khamenei (86 year old Father) with Mojtaba Khamenei (56 year old Son), What a beautiful regime change...

+ Trump sacks some top Generals in the Pentagon during the war because everything is going "Perfectly as planned"....

+ Closed the Strait of Hormuz that was open before the war and now begging for it to be open....

+ Damaged and abandoned 13 American military bases in the Middle East, thanks to Iranian Missiles...

+ Begged NATO allies for help but none offered to help...

+ Threaten to end Iranian civilization but secretly accepting Iran's 10 point demand presented a day before Trump's threat...

+ Celebrating a cease fire like a victory due to several turndown by Iran, Pakistan did a good job to convince Iran ...

+ Fuel prices in America now on record highs due to Trump's war and groceries keeps sky rocketing and out of reach for an average American...

+ Iran now becomes richer by charging tolls in Chinese Yuan instead of Petrodollar for every ship that crosses the strait of hormuz...

America/Israel "WON" the war while Iran "LOST" the war...

This is what "Victoriy" looks like in American English....Make una dey play...

The war's economic impact includes the world's biggest oil supply disruption since the 1970s energy crisis, surges in oil and gas prices, disruptions in aviation and tourism, and volatility in financial markets. Oil and gas shipments were disrupted by Iran's closure of the Hormuz Strait and Israeli and Iranian attacks on energy facilities. On 19 March, the cost of the war to the US military was estimated at US$18 billion, and the Pentagon requested a further US$200 billion. By 31 March, the cost to Arab countries was estimated at over US$120 billion.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Iran_war

https://www.foreignaffairs.com/united-states/how-americas-war-iran-backfired

https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2026/4/8/did-america-lose-yet-another-war

https://metro.co.uk/2026/04/03/us-sacks-top-army-generals-trump-dramatically-axed-ally-p

Hope una hear Wetin Macron talk? That's the best advice for Iran otherwise.... kaboooooooom

I dey laugh at China

Iran better call for peace. The world is too tired of tears and protests about

Harry S. Truman Speech and warning before the bombing of japan. Vs Donald Trump


https://www.tiktok.com/video/7626931951655570702?_r=1&_t=ZS-95SBrEe4Tg8


History is about to repeat itself

Iran is making a mistake

US onmipotent status has been demystified by Iran. That's how low the lousy global nuisance has brought the almighty America.

The way it's going, the IRGC will beg for ceasefire and they won't get it until outright surrender.

Babangidapikin:
Oga Donald Trump should have better stick to Business where you can threaten and fire people. But when dealing with countries diplomacy is key .. it's a completely different terrain from politics.. because you are dealing with people who have seen it all. You killed most of their political actors you think they give a shit what you think, you have your stakes to guide, it is foolish to fight Iran.Before Khomeini was elected as the Supreme Leader he said something very significant he said he knows he is just a leader on the surface with no significant powers. So that tells you they are men behind the curtain who runs the country that you have no idea of, because everyone knows political actors and actresses are usually profiled by other countries to manipulate economics and events. The same thing is happening in Nigeria, you would think Mr President isn't trying his best, but he could be manipulated by other powers .

You said...kahmanei elected ....or inherited ....from father to son to grandson

dre11:
•Fresh US-Iran talks enter expert-level in Pakistan

•Trump says negotiation outcomes make no difference to me

• Says China will have ‘big problems’ if it ships weapons to Iran

•Seize opportunity for de-escalation, Macron tells Iranian president

Sunday Ehigiator

The United States has begun clearing sea mines from the Strait of Hormuz, signalling a major step toward reopening the critical global oil route, even as fragile ceasefire talks with Iran intensify in Pakistan.

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that two guided-missile destroyers, USS Frank E. Petersen and USS Michael Murphy, have transited the strategic waterway as part of efforts to remove mines allegedly laid by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) and restore safe maritime passage.

The mine-clearing operation comes amid a heightened global concern over disruptions to energy supplies, as the strait, a vital artery for international oil shipments, has remained largely restricted since the outbreak of hostilities.

Despite the ceasefire reached earlier in the week, maritime traffic through the strait has remained severely limited, with reports indicating that only about 30 ships have successfully passed through the corridor.

CENTCOM Commander, Admiral Brad Cooper, said the mission is aimed at reopening the channel for global commerce.

“Today, we began the process of establishing a new passage, and we will share this safe pathway with the maritime industry soon to encourage the free flow of commerce,” he said.

US President, Mr. Donald Trump, also confirmed the development, stating that Washington had commenced clearing the waterway “as a favour to countries all over the world,” even as conflicting claims persist over the extent of military gains.

The mine-clearing effort is unfolding alongside rare, high-level diplomatic engagement between Washington and Tehran, with both sides meeting in Islamabad under a fragile ceasefire brokered by Pakistan.

While the US delegation to the meeting was led by Vice President JD Vance, Iran was represented by a high-level delegation led by Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi.

Sources indicated that it was the first the two nations held direct talks; an uncommon move for the two nations, which have historically relied on intermediaries.

The talks, the first direct engagement of their kind in decades, have now progressed to an expert-level phase, involving technical discussions on key issues such as maritime security, nuclear activities, sanctions, and broader regional stability.

However, despite the diplomatic push, tensions remain elevated across the region.

Iranian authorities confirmed that the negotiations have now progressed to an “expert-level stage,” involving specialised committees focusing on economic, military, legal, and nuclear matters, as both sides work to finalise technical details.

As negotiations between both countries continue into the midnight, President Trump told reporters today that it makes no difference to him if a deal is reached with Iran, as the US and Iran engaged in negotiations in Pakistan.

“Regardless of what happens, we win. We’ve defeated them militarily,” Trump said as he departed the White House. He later added, “Whether we make a deal or not makes no difference to me.”

Asked about US intelligence that suggests China potentially aiding Iran, he indicated that Beijing will face consequences. “If China does that, China will have big problems, OK?”

Vice President Vance is in Pakistan negotiating with Iranian officials, which the president acknowledged has been going on “for many hours.”

“We’ve totally defeated that country, so let’s see what happens,” Trump said. “Maybe they make a deal, maybe they don’t; it doesn’t matter. From the standpoint of America, we win.”

Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that the military campaign against Iran is still ongoing, casting doubt on the durability of the ceasefire.

“The campaign is not yet over, but it can already be said clearly, we have achieved historic results,” Netanyahu said in a 13-minute televised address yesterday.

He further claimed that Iran was “begging for a ceasefire” and described the country as weakened, while insisting that its nuclear capabilities would be dismantled either through agreement or “by other means.”

In a related development, Qatar’s Ministry of Transport said maritime navigation will fully resume for all types of vessels and ships in the Persian Gulf starting from today, Sunday, April 12, 2026.

In a statement yesterday, the ministry said sailing will be permitted from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. for all vessel types. It added that, in line with a previous announcement, vessels licensed for fishing are allowed to sail throughout the day.

The ministry urged operators to comply with the directive and to ensure all required safety and security equipment is available and functioning before and during voyages, to maintain the highest levels of safety for all trips.

There has been no official statement from Iran, which controls the Strait of Hormuz, on whether there is any coordination with Qatar. The announcement comes as the United States and Iran hold talks in Pakistan aimed at ending the war in the Middle East.

Also, reacting to the meeting between Iran and the US, French President Emmanuel Macron said he has urged his Iranian counterpart to “seize the opportunity to pave the way for a lasting de-escalation.”

Macron, in a post on X yesterday, said he spoke to Masoud Pezeshkian and pushed for an agreement providing regional security guarantees, with all countries involved. He says that he pressed the need for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and also stressed the importance of a ceasefire, including in Lebanon.

The crisis has continued to reverberate beyond the Gulf, particularly in Lebanon, where ongoing hostilities involving Israel and Hezbollah have pushed the death toll past 2,000, underscoring the broader regional stakes tied to the outcome of the US-Iran negotiations.

Analysts say the success of the mine-clearing operation and the outcome of the Pakistan talks will be critical in determining whether global shipping and energy markets can return to normal, or whether the region risks sliding back into deeper conflict.


https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/04/12/us-begins-mine-clearing-operation-in-strait-of-hormuz-amid-fragile-ceasefire/

This news is Old.


Orange man has announced the blockade of the straits of hormuz.

How does blocking the strait mean open straits? Sometime this dude just gets the wrong advice. Blocking the straits affects US Allie’s… Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, UAE etc

Well Iran has the Caspian sea which is free of US forces.

Dmitriev: oil price to SOAR 'as PREDICTED' after Trump's blockade announcement


Link to radio communication between the Iranian a navy and US war ship. They were asked to turn back, away from the straits.

https:///rtnews/145255