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.
US President Donald Trump says he will review a new Iranian peace proposal, but casts doubt over its prospects as he left open the possibility of future attacks on Iran.
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 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 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
Police say New IRA may have been behind attack on Dunmurry station as suspect due in courtA 66-year-old man has been charged with several offences, including attempted murder, after a car bombing that targeted a Northern Irish police station.The attack took place on the night of 25 April outside Dunmurry police station, located to the south-west of Belfast. Police have said they believe the New IRA may have been responsible. Continue reading...
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 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 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.
The White House says Donald Trump held a "discussion" on the latest Iranian proposal with top national security aides, hinting that the president would have more to say on it. Follow live.
The White House says Donald Trump discussed the latest Iranian proposal with top national security aides, adding that the president will have more to say soon. Follow live.
Police in Northern Ireland have released body-worn footage of a car bomb explosion outside Dunmurry police station. The device was transported by a delivery driver who was hijacked at gunpoint in west Belfast and forced to deliver the bomb. The PSNI believes dissident republicans, likely the New IRA, carried out the Saturday night attack which is being treated as attempted murder. Police chief Jon Boutcher praised officers who evacuated families while the bomb exploded, saying nobody was seriously injured only through good fortune.
Chief Constable Jon Boutcher says his officers suspect the bombing was carried out by the dissident republican group known as the New IRA.
