# Iran still remained mum over its team as it tried to pressure Washington to halt Israeli attacks.

*business · news · 2026-04-10 · SooToday*

## Key points

- High-level Iran-U.S. talks in Islamabad may be suspended unless U.S. halts Israeli attacks in Lebanon.
- Kuwait blamed Iran and its regional militias for a drone attack, which Iran's Guard denied.
- Iranian media suggested Revolutionary Guard has mined the Strait of Hormuz, pressuring U.S. over oil passage.
- Israel and Lebanon are preparing for direct negotiations in Washington, with U.S. and Israeli ambassadors leading.
- Saudi Arabia confirmed recent attacks damaged its East-West pipeline, bypassing the Strait of Hormuz.

**Countries:** Iran, United States, Kuwait, Israel, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates

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