Iran war: 'No plans' for fresh peace talks, Tehran says

Pakistan is preparing to host a second round of negotiations, but doubts remain as to whether they will take place, after the US seizure of an Iranian cargo ship. DW has the latest.

• US President Trump is sending an envoy to peace talks in Pakistan, while Iran says there is no plan for negotiations
• Energy prices rose sharply on Monday after Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz at the weekend
• Shortly before a two-week ceasefire is due to end, tensions remain high following the US seizure of an Iranian ship

Here is a round-up of the latest developments from the US-Israeli war with Iran and the wider Middle East on Monday, April 20, 2026: