Middle East crisis live: Iran peace talks under way as Trump claims US has begun clearing mines in strait of Hormuz

The Guardian - World News DiplomaticNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Marina Dunbar (now); Taz Ali, Hamish Mackay and Patrick Lum (earlier)April 11, 2026 at 09:46 PM

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Iran must not be allowed charge tolls in Strait of Hormuz, UN watchdog says

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Peace talks between the US and Iran are reportedly underway in Islamabad, Pakistan, mediated by Pakistani officials. These talks occur amidst ongoing tensions, with Israel reaffirming its commitment to countering Iran. The US claims Iran is struggling to locate mines it deployed in the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway blockaded by Iran since the start of the war. The UK will host a meeting next week with multiple countries to discuss restoring free movement through the Strait of Hormuz, which has significantly impacted the global economy. The UK opposes Iran's proposal to charge tolls for passage through the strait as part of ceasefire negotiations.

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The UK will host a strait of Hormuz meeting next week.

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Netanyahu says Israel remains committed to fighting Iran.

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Iran has blockaded the strait of Hormuz since the beginning of the war.

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US and Iranian media report peace talks have begun in Islamabad.

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US officials claim Iran unable to find mines it laid in strait of Hormuz

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Pakistan 50% Benjamin Netanyahu (Netanyahu) 50% United Kingdom 60% Donald Trump 60% Islamabad ×270% United States ×280% Iran ×790% Strait of Hormuz ×495%

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iran 90% strait of hormuz 90% peace talks 90% us 80% mines 70% ceasefire negotiations 60% blockade 50% free movement of ships 50% global economy 50% middle east crisis 40%