Iran’s foreign minister travels to Russia as Trump says Iran should “call us” to negotiate

wants to negotiate an end to the ongoing conflict.

Diplomatic efforts have suffered a setback after reports that Washington scrapped a planned visit by key US envoys, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, halting momentum in backchannel negotiations.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi had earlier engaged with mediators in Pakistan and Oman before heading to Moscow, signaling Tehran’s push for stronger international backing.

At the heart of the dispute remain Iran’s nuclear program and the strategic Strait of Hormuz, both of which continue to fuel tensions and block progress toward de-escalation.

With global powers now involved and diplomatic channels strained, the crisis shows no clear path to resolution.