June 07, 2026
He says Iranians are “very skillful” at not negotiating, signalling failed peace talks
The plan will set aside nuclear issues until after the war ends, Iranian sources say
Iran demands US naval blockade to be lifted before any negotiations begin
US Defence Secretary Hegseth hints at renewed negotiations, says Iran has “open window to choose wisely”
The highest-level US-Iran talks since the 1979 Islamic Revolution ended in Islamabad without agreement last weekend
Leaders urged Iran to end aggression and resume negotiations
US and Iranian diplomats hold indirect talks amid a regional naval buildup by the US threatening Iran
More than a dozen diplomats, business people and current and former US officials describe Chenggang as smart and pragmatic