The United States and Iran appeared closer to extending their fragile ceasefire after negotiators reportedly agreed on a 60-day framework to launch nuclear talks and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. However, key hurdles remain, with President Donald Trump yet to approve the deal, Tehran disputing reports of a final agreement, and Washington continuing to impose fresh sanctions while insisting Iran surrender its highly enriched uranium. Follow our live coverage for the latest updates. US judge blocks Trump $1.776bn settlement fund payouts A US federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s administration from issuing payments from a $1.776 billion settlement fund set up for Trump allies who claim they were targeted by a “weaponised” government. US District Judge Leonie Brinkema in Virginia also halted the creation of the fund while legal challenges remain pending.…