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Fragile Iran–US ceasefire faces Hormuz tension as Lebanon clashes complicate Islamabad talks
world1 day ago

Fragile Iran–US ceasefire faces Hormuz tension as Lebanon clashes complicate Islamabad talks

The fragile US–Iran ceasefire faces renewed strain as Trump accuses Tehran of blocking the Strait of Hormuz while Israel escalates strikes in Lebanon; with delegations including Vice-President JD Vance headed to Islamabad for weekend talks hosted by Pakistan, the aim is to turn the fragile pause into a lasting peace, but ongoing regional hostilities, energy disruptions, and IMF warnings of slower growth underscore the high stakes of the negotiations.

Trump says Iran begging to strike a deal as war widens and IRGC commander killed
world15 days ago

Trump says Iran begging to strike a deal as war widens and IRGC commander killed

Live coverage tracks a widening US-Israel-Iran crisis: Trump says Iran is begging to make a deal as Tehran responds to a 15-point peace plan with its own conditions; Iran’s IRGC navy commander Alireza Tangsiri was killed in an Israeli airstrike, with Netanyahu promising continued attacks; talks are moving through intermediaries while skepticism grows, markets react to the turmoil, and Houthis warn of further actions as regional tensions escalate.

Oil-fueled market bounce as Iran peace-talk hopes surface
business17 days ago

Oil-fueled market bounce as Iran peace-talk hopes surface

Futures rose after reports the U.S. sent Iran a peace plan to end the war, but the regular session finished with the major indices lower (S&P 500 -0.37%, Nasdaq -0.84%, Dow -0.18%). Trump said talks with Iran are ongoing and The New York Times reported a 15-point peace plan delivered via Pakistan, though Iran denied direct talks. Oil prices climbed, seen as the key market driver along with interest rates. Chewy and Paychex are due to report earnings before the bell, while seven of 11 GICS sectors rose and energy led gains; after-hours moves included KB Home, GameStop, and Braze. Stock futures opened higher again Tuesday night, with Dow futures up ~317 points and S&P/Nasdaq futures higher as well.

Iran’s hangings framed as warning to dissenters and foes
world21 days ago

Iran’s hangings framed as warning to dissenters and foes

Three men, including a 19-year-old wrestler, were hanged in Qom after speedy trials tied to January protests; authorities say they killed two police officers, while rights groups denounce the proceedings as sham to deter dissent. Analysts say the executions are a domestic and international signal of regime resolve amid ongoing conflict with the US and Israel, intended to show control and deter further protests.

Troops Move, Oil Rises as Hormuz Crisis Deepens
world26 days ago

Troops Move, Oil Rises as Hormuz Crisis Deepens

Live updates show the US redeploying about 2,000 Marines from Okinawa to the Middle East aboard the Tripoli as Washington expands its regional footprint; Britain mulls mine-hunting drones to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Japan and Australia say they won’t send ships; Japan begins releasing strategic oil reserves; Israel says it still has thousands of targets in Iran as Trump seeks a coalition to secure Hormuz, and oil prices rise amid supply fears.

Geneva Talks Back on Table as Iran Demands Peaceful Enrichment Amid Protests
world1 month ago

Geneva Talks Back on Table as Iran Demands Peaceful Enrichment Amid Protests

Iran and the United States are set to resume talks in Geneva on curbing Tehran’s nuclear program, with Iran seeking to preserve a peaceful enrichment right under IAEA verification in exchange for sanctions relief, while Washington pressures for tighter limits. The restart comes as domestic protests persist in Iran and regional tensions rise, highlighting internal political strains and uncertainty over leadership and policy direction.

Back to the table: US Returns to Iran Talks as Tehran Appears Weak
world2 months ago

Back to the table: US Returns to Iran Talks as Tehran Appears Weak

The article argues that the United States has moved back into indirect talks with Iran, choosing diplomacy over a broader confrontation after Iran’s domestic protests exposed its vulnerability. Washington aims to revive the nuclear file, while Tehran insists talks stay narrowly focused on its nuclear program; the move follows a cautious, restraint-first approach to avoid a wider war or regime change. Israel fears a nuclear deal could legitimize a brutal regime if sanctions relief strengthens Tehran, and officials warn that real accountability for Iran’s internal repression and regional behavior risks being sidelined as negotiations center on centrifuges and enrichment.

middle-east2 months ago

Iran: Trump steered toward conflict by 'certain elements'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told CNN that Trump is being dragged toward war by a set of elements seeking conflict, while Iran remains open to a nuclear deal if sanctions are lifted; he urged trust-building with the United States, warned of the regional dangers of any war, and noted intermediaries in the region trying to bridge gaps, stressing that a deal should address core issues.

Iran-US diplomatic contact snaps as tensions surge
world2 months ago

Iran-US diplomatic contact snaps as tensions surge

Direct contact between Iran and the United States has broken down as tensions rise, with Iranian officials saying Foreign Minister Araghchi and US envoy Steve Wittkof have suspended communications. The move complicates efforts to revive diplomacy over Tehran's nuclear program, as Tehran warns of retaliation against US bases and Washington faces regional pressure that undermines any thaw.