US Iran conflict 2026

US and Iran report progress after first round of negotiations

The first round of negotiations between the United States and Iran has concluded in Switzerland, with mediators Qatar and Pakistan describing the talks as taking place in a “positive and constructive atmosphere” and producing “encouraging progress,” CNN reported on June 21.

22 June, 01:25 PM

U.S. launches retaliatory strikes against Iran in response to attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain

U.S. forces launched "self-defense" strikes against an Iranian military target on Qeshm Island in response to Iranian missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported on June 3.

3 June, 09:50 AM

US says framework agreement with Iran is 95% complete

A framework agreement between the United States and Iran was 95% complete as of May 24, U.S. officials told Fox News.

25 May, 11:32 AM

US prepares for possible new strikes on Iran, CBS reports

The United States is preparing for possible new strikes on Iran while simultaneously trying to reach a diplomatic agreement to prevent further escalation of the conflict, CBS News reported on May 22, citing sources familiar with the discussions.

23 May, 02:06 PM

Trump in “no hurry” to make peace deal with Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he’s in “no hurry” to make a peace deal with Iran, adding that he will not consider making a “limited deal” to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, ABC News reported on May 20.

21 May, 10:13 AM

Senators split on how US strikes on Iran could affect Ukraine aid

U.S. senators are divided over how Washington’s military operation against Iran could affect support for Ukraine. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., said on March 3 that a war with Iran would reduce the resources available to Kyiv, particularly air defense systems.

3 March, 11:49 AM

US Iran conflict 2026