US President Donald Trump stated the US intends to strike an alleged new Iranian nuclear facility, citing US media reports and information from Israeli intelligence about Iran's alleged relocation of centrifuges. Trump warned of powerful strikes "pretty soon" and accused Iran of breaching existing agreements.
President Donald Trump announced a memorandum of understanding to end his 'war' and open Iran as a new market for US agricultural exports, citing a humanitarian crisis in Iran. However, Iranian officials immediately contradicted Trump's claims, denying any agreement to purchase US crops and criticizing US policy.
President Trump reports unprecedented oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz after a new diplomatic agreement with Iran, claiming safer global conditions and lower oil prices, while the US also seeks to block Iran's nuclear ambitions.
President Trump reported record oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz following a new diplomatic understanding with Iran. He stated oil prices are falling and the world is safer, while the US aims to block Iran's nuclear path. Sanctions on Iranian crude were paused as Iran allows UN inspectors re-entry.
Israeli PM Netanyahu faces a rift with US President Trump over a new interim deal with Iran. Israel views the agreement as detrimental and may not adhere to its terms, impacting Netanyahu's domestic standing as elections approach.
Donald Trump announced on Saturday a new agreement with Iran set to be signed Sunday, claiming it would prevent Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. However, an Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson urged caution, stating the signing would not happen Sunday. Differing accounts of the deal's terms have emerged from both sides.
A new Iran deal is reportedly taking shape, prioritizing the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz before Iran receives economic benefits. Nuclear program issues are deferred to future talks, reflecting a cautious, step-by-step approach by both the US and Iran. The deal could impact global energy prices and inflation.
President Trump canceled planned attacks on Iran, citing conceptual agreement on nuclear issues. He nominated Jay Clayton for Director of National Intelligence, following controversy over acting director Bill Pulte. The administration also proposed downsizing the U.S. Forest Service and cutting wildfire research.
Iran's new Supreme National Security Council secretary, Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, vowed no retreat in the fight against the US and Israel, emphasizing unity and resistance. His appointment follows the death of Ali Larijani and signals the growing influence of the Revolutionary Guard.
US President Donald Trump stated that any new deal with Iran will be the "exact opposite" of the 2015 JCPOA, calling the previous agreement a "disaster" that provided a path to nuclear weapons.
Donald Trump has threatened new US attacks on Iran if Tehran refuses to make concessions for a deal to end the Middle East war. Despite calling off strikes an hour before they were to launch, Trump warned of a "big hit" within days if a deal isn't struck, citing Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons.
Pakistan has conveyed a new peace proposal from Iran to the US, which reportedly includes terms similar to previous rejections. However, an Iranian official claims the US has softened its stance on releasing frozen funds and nuclear activities. A US official denied reports of waiving oil sanctions.
Trump said he received a 14-point Iranian proposal sent via Pakistan in response to a U.S. nine-point proposal, but expressed skepticism about its acceptability, stating Iran has not paid a big enough price for its actions. The three-week ceasefire appears to be holding despite Trump's rejection of a previous Iranian proposal. Iranian officials say the ball is in the U.S. court, while Foreign Minister Araqchi briefed EU's Kaja Kallas on Tehran's latest initiatives.
Trump said Saturday he's reviewing a new 14-point Iranian proposal sent via Pakistan in response to a US nine-point plan, but expressed skepticism it would be acceptable. The Republican president said Iran has 'not yet paid a big enough price for what they have done to Humanity, and the World, over the last 47 years.' The three-week fragile ceasefire appears to be holding despite the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, where the US has imposed a naval blockade causing estimated $500 million daily losses to Iran.
Trump skeptical of Iran's 14-point peace proposal, demanding significant concessions and warning Tehran hasn't sufficiently atoned for past actions. Proposal seeks permanent resolution within 30 days, includes demands for security guarantees, US withdrawal from surrounding regions, lifting of naval restrictions, and removal of all sanctions. Iran conveyed the plan via Pakistan as mediator.
Trump said Saturday he's reviewing a new Iranian 14-point proposal to end the war, sent via Pakistan in response to a US nine-point proposal. The three-week ceasefire appears to be holding despite Trump's rejection of a previous Iranian proposal this week. Trump also floated a new plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, where about a fifth of global oil and gas trade passes, while warning shipping companies they could face sanctions for paying Iran for safe passage.
Slovak PM Robert Fico quipped that oil prices depend on Trump’s mood after reports the US president would be briefed on new Iran options Read Full Article at RT.com
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UK long-term borrowing costs have risen to their highest level since 1998, with 30-year bond yields above 5.7% and 10-year yields at levels not seen since July 2008. Oil prices surged to a new Iran war peak with Brent Crude exceeding $120 per barrel amid fears of extended disruption to energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz. The FTSE 100 fell nearly 1.2% as investors weighed the economic impact of potential prolonged Middle East conflict. The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady while noting rising inflation concerns, with the Bank of England and ECB set to make their decisions on Thursday.
UK long-term borrowing costs have reached their highest level since 1998, with 30-year government bond yields exceeding 5.7% and 10-year yields at levels not seen since July 2008. The yields, the highest in the G7, reflect investor concerns over public finances and sticky inflation, compounded by rising oil prices that have hit new Iran war peaks above $119.50 per barrel amid fears of prolonged disruption to energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz.
UK long-term borrowing costs have reached their highest level since 1998, with 30-year gilt yields above 5.7%, the highest in the G7. Oil prices have surged to new Iran war peaks, with Brent Crude exceeding $119.50 amid fears of extended disruption to energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz. The yield increases reflect investor concerns over UK public finances and sticky inflation, while rising energy prices are expected to feed through to households via fuel, heating, food and other goods.
UK long-term borrowing costs have reached their highest level since 1998, with 30-year bond yields above 5.7% and 10-year yields at levels not seen since July 2008. The surge comes as oil prices climb to new Iran war highs, with Brent Crude exceeding $119.50 per barrel amid fears of prolonged disruption to Middle East oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz. The UK yields are the highest in the G7, reflecting investor concerns over public finances and sticky inflation, while the FTSE 100 fell 1.2% on growing economic worries.
