Hamas armed wing says it lost contact with group holding Israeli-US hostage Alexander#Asia#Pacific#Conflicts
Khamenei downplays US talks prospects as some Iranians' hopes stir, currency gains#Americas#Asia#Pacific
Second round of US-Iran talks to be held in Oman, Iranian media says citing foreign ministry#Americas#Asia#Pacific
US-Iran nuclear talks must conform with European interests, says French foreign minister#Americas#Asia#Pacific
Saudi Arabia, US on 'pathway' to civil nuclear agreement, US Energy Secretary says#Americas#Asia#Pacific