US says ‘slight progress’ in Iran talks amid uncertainty on whether war will resume - AP News

US says ‘slight progress’ in Iran talks amid uncertainty on whether war will resume  AP News

Wall St futures rise as markets monitor US-Iran peace talks - Reuters

Wall St futures rise as markets monitor US-Iran peace talks  Reuters

US pauses $14bn weapons sale to Taiwan due to Iran war

US acting navy chief Hung Cao told a Senate hearing they were "doing a pause" on the sale to make sure they had munitions for the Iran war.

The Key Sticking Points for a US-Iran Peace Deal - Bloomberg.com

The Key Sticking Points for a US-Iran Peace Deal  Bloomberg.com

Uranium and control of strait of Hormuz key as talks to end US-Iran war continue

Pakistani mediators believe permanent ceasefire within reach although major points of disagreement remain Future control over the strait of Hormuz and a demand from Washington that Tehran export its stockpile of highly enriched uranium remain key stumbling blocks, as Pakistani mediators continued to seek a permanent ceasefire they believe is still within reach between the US and Iran. Meanwhile, Israel and Iran each fear the other is about to launch a surprise attack on its territory while th...

By Patrick Wintour Diplomatic editor

US pausing $14bn arms sale to Taiwan due to Iran war, navy chief says

Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao's remarks come as US President Donald Trump gives mixed signals on the sale.

U.S. and Iran signal peace progress — but remain at odds over uranium enrichment, Strait of Hormuz

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday said there were "good signs" that an agreement to end the Middle East conflict is in sight.

US or Iran: Who will win the Hormuz endurance game?

Tehran is betting that its sanctions‑hardened economy can outlast the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Washington, meanwhile, is contending with elevated oil prices, renewed inflation pressure and rising global recession risks.

US Navy signals pause in Taiwan arms sale, drawing swift reaction from Beijing

Beijing reaffirmed its opposition to arms sales to Taiwan after the acting secretary of the US Navy said Washington was pausing a US$14 billion weapons purchase by the self-governed island. “China’s firm opposition to US arms sales to China’s Taiwan region is consistent, clear and unwavering,” foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said on Friday. On Thursday, acting US Navy head Hung Cao told a congressional hearing that “right now we’re doing a pause in order to make sure we have the munitio...

By Laura Zhou

US Navy official says Taiwan arm sales on 'pause' over Iran war

The acting US Navy secretary said Thursday that arm sales to Taiwan had been put on "pause" to ensure that the American military had sufficient munitions for its Iran operations. Asked at a congressional hearing about the stalled $14 billion weapons purchase by Taiwan, acting secretary Hung Cao said that "right now we're doing a pause in order to make sure we have the munitions we need for Epic Fury -- which we have plenty." Ahead of his recent state visit to China, Donald Trump said he would...

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Shocking number of rodents found to harbour hantavirus

Nearly one in three rodents in northwest US may be infected by deadly virus

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Oil prices jump as investors await US-Iran peace talks progress

Report: Draft U.S. and Iran Cease-fire Deal Excludes Nuclear Issue - Haaretz

Report: Draft U.S. and Iran Cease-fire Deal Excludes Nuclear Issue  Haaretz

‘Some progress, not there yet’: Rubio credits Pakistan, Qatar as US-Iran talks intensify

UAE's Gargash sees '50-50' odds of US-Iran deal, warns against renewed fighting - The Straits Times

UAE's Gargash sees '50-50' odds of US-Iran deal, warns against renewed fighting  The Straits Times

Why China might react badly to any call between Trump and Taiwan's president

China warns the United States to handle the Taiwan issue with caution as high-level engagement could be seen as an interference in China's internal affairs.

EU To Impose Sanctions On Iranian Officials For Hormuz Strait Blockade

Deeming the blockade "contrary to international law", EU governments took a technical step to extend the scope of its existing Iran sanctions regime allowing for more individuals to be targeted under it.

US and Iran dispute over uranium stockpile, Strait of Hormuz, Pakistan attempts mediation

Two days after presenting the Iranians with the latest US message in the negotiations, Syed Mohsin Naqvi held another round of talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi in Tehran.

'50-50' chance of US, Iran opening Strait of Hormuz - UAE

The US and Iran have just a "50-50" chance of reaching an agreement that would free up the Strait of Hormuz, a senior UAE official has said.

Posco International to build US rare earth refining plant with ReElement

Posco International said Friday it would build a rare earth separation and refining facility in the US through a joint venture with US-based ReElement Technologies. The trading and energy arm of Posco Group said it signed an agreement with US rare earth refining company ReElement Technologies in Washington on Thursday to establish a joint venture for the new facility. The signing ceremony was attended by Posco International CEO Lee Kye-in, Mark Jensen, CEO of ReElement and senior officials from

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Progress in Iran talks undercut over uranium and Strait of Hormuz tolls

Conflicting statements on key issues left it unclear if the U.S. and Iran were any closer to a deal after renewed threats of escalation in recent days.

US Secretary of State Rubio sees progress in Iran talks, but says 'not there yet'

Iran’s nuclear programme and control of the Strait of Hormuz remain major sticking points, despite mediation efforts by Qatar and Pakistan.

Nasdaq, S&P, Dow futures rise on hopes of U.S.-Iran breakthrough

The US and China must learn to coexist - The Jakarta Post

The US and China must learn to coexist  The Jakarta Post

'Slight progress' in Iran talks, Rubio announces as he says Iran tolls in Strait of Hormuz 'can't happen' - The National

'Slight progress' in Iran talks, Rubio announces as he says Iran tolls in Strait of Hormuz 'can't happen'  The National

UAE's Gargash sees '50-50' odds of US-Iran deal, warns against renewed fighting

Adviser to president says region needs a political solution, warning more military conflict would worsen matters

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UAE ambassador says Hormuz disruptions threaten civilians, calls for urgent UN action - Khaleej Times

UAE ambassador says Hormuz disruptions threaten civilians, calls for urgent UN action  Khaleej Times

Iran, Pakistan discuss war endgame as Hormuz tensions roil talks

Iran’s foreign minister met Pakistan’s interior minister on Friday to discuss proposals aimed at ending the U.S.-Israeli war, Iranian media reported, as tensions persist between Te...

Chinese national charged in alleged scheme to smuggle drug shipments to US - The Star | Malaysia

Chinese national charged in alleged scheme to smuggle drug shipments to US  The Star | Malaysia

Official warns US could halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports: Reuters - The Daily Star

Official warns US could halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports: Reuters  The Daily Star

US pauses NT$441 billion arms sale to Taiwan over Iran war munitions needs - Taiwan News

US pauses NT$441 billion arms sale to Taiwan over Iran war munitions needs  Taiwan News

This is the draft US–Iran agreement: End of military operations, cessation of the “media war,” and opening of the Strait of Hormuz

The draft is published by Al Arabiya - negotiations intensify to bridge differences between Washington and Tehran - There appears to be no reference to the nuclear issue in the draft agreement The post This is the draft US–Iran agreement: End of military operations, cessation of the “media war,” and opening of the Strait of Hormuz appeared first on ProtoThema English.

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US says 'slight progress' in Iran talks amid uncertainty on whether war will resume - Naharnet

US says 'slight progress' in Iran talks amid uncertainty on whether war will resume  Naharnet

Romania-US social security agreement to enter into force on September 1

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Supreme Leader says enriched uranium must stay in Iran - thecitizen.co.tz

Supreme Leader says enriched uranium must stay in Iran  thecitizen.co.tz