'No other way': Mideast prepares for more fighting as talks failDOHA, April 12, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - A sense of dread spread across the Middle East after talks between the US and Iran collapsed, as fears of renewed fighting rattled an already tense region with Donald Trump ordering a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The failure of the talks however did not surprise many in the region. In Iran, a brief spell of hope that talks would end the hostilities between the long-time foes were quickly dashed. "I really wanted them to make peace," said Mahsa, a 30-year-old employee of an export company in the Iranian capital. "I would have preferred peace, but I think there is no other way but war and confrontation," said Hamed, 37.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha April 12, 2026 18:57 UTC