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UK minister says 'disappointing' no breakthrough in Iran war talks
London, April 12 (AFP) Apr 12, 2026
UK government minister Wes Streeting on Sunday said it was "disappointing" that negotiations between the United States and Iran in Islamabad had stalled, adding that US President Donald Trump's earlier social media comments had been "extraordinary".

"It's obviously disappointing that we haven't yet seen a breakthrough in negotiations and an end to this war in Iran that is a sustainable one," Streeting told Sky News.

"As ever in diplomacy, you're failing, until you succeed. So while these talks may not have ended in success, (it) doesn't mean there isn't merit in continuing to try," the health minister added.

Streeting also criticised Trump's rhetoric during the crisis.

"I don't think it's controversial to say posting on social media a threat to end the Iranian civilisation, really... (is) quite extraordinary."


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