US-Iran Peace Talks: Iran’s navy destroyed, 158 ships sunk, table of peace will be set again in Pakistan amidst Trump’s sharp attitude

News India Live, Digital Desk: US President Donald Trump on Friday (April 17, 2026) demonstrated ‘toughness’ and ‘diplomacy’ together in his strategy towards Iran. On one hand, Trump has indicated that peace talks will start again this weekend, calling Iran a ‘smart and tough’ country, and on the other hand, he has claimed that the US Army has completely destroyed Iran’s naval power. Meanwhile, Pakistan has once again started making tight security arrangements to make a historic mediation between the two countries. Trump’s claim: “Iran no longer has any navy left.” While talking to the media, President Trump made serious comments on Iran’s military capability. He said: Destruction of the Navy: According to Trump, 158 Iranian ships have sunk to the bottom of the sea due to American action. Tehran has become weak: Trump said that the people of Iran were fighters, but American soldiers have greatly weakened them. However, he described Iran as a ‘sensible country’ and also said that the path of dialogue is open. Second round of ‘peace talks’ in Pakistan: Preparations intensified. After the talks that ended without any agreement last Sunday, the hustle and bustle has again intensified in Islamabad and Rawalpindi of Pakistan. Security cordon: More than 10,000 security personnel are being deployed in Islamabad. Shahbaz and Munir’s activism: Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif Field Marshal Asim Munir is on a tour of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey, while Field Marshal Asim Munir spent more than 24 hours in Tehran discussing with the Iranian leadership. Lockdown-like restrictions: Educational institutions may remain closed in Islamabad and Rawalpindi next week and heavy traffic restrictions may be imposed. Objective of the talks: Restoring global energy supply. This direct talk between the US and Iran is mainly aimed at converting the two-week temporary ceasefire into permanent peace. Getting for. This war has caused huge volatility in oil and gas prices globally.Peace talks and diplomatic stirCountryRole/ActivityAmericaPresident Trump showed ‘cautious optimism’ for talks.Iran ready to come to the diplomatic table amid claims of being militarily weak.Pakistan hosting as mediator and high-profile security arrangements.Saudi/Turkey in peace process Shehbaz Sharif visits to garner regional support.