Asian shares mostly gain and oil prices fall after Trump says peace talks on Iran war are proceeding - AP News

Asian shares mostly gain and oil prices fall after Trump says peace talks on Iran war are proceeding  AP News

Stocks rise sharply, oil and dollar slip on Middle East peace hopes - Reuters

Stocks rise sharply, oil and dollar slip on Middle East peace hopes  Reuters

Oil prices slide on hopes of US-Iran deal

Trump said on Saturday that a deal would include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, without giving further details.

Gold Gains as Prospects of Iran Deal Temper Inflation Concerns - Bloomberg.com

Gold Gains as Prospects of Iran Deal Temper Inflation Concerns  Bloomberg.com

Oil Prices Fall on News of Possible Iran Deal

S&P 500 futures were up slightly in what may be a sign that investors and analysts are waiting to see if a deal is finalized.

By Jack Ewing

Risk Assets Firmer on U.S.-Iran De-escalation Hopes; Oil Key Swing Factor - WSJ

Risk Assets Firmer on U.S.-Iran De-escalation Hopes; Oil Key Swing Factor  WSJ

FirstFT: Xi Jinping lambasted Japan’s ‘remilitarisation’ at Donald Trump summit

Also in today’s newsletter: Trump says US will not rush deal with Iran, and Russia pounds Ukraine with hypersonic ‘Oreshnik’ missile

Trump tempers expectations of a Middle East deal with Iran

Even though both Tehran and Washington have signaled progress towards reaching an agreement to end the war, US President Donald Trump told his negotiators on Sunday 'not to rush into a deal,' insisting that 'time is on our side.'

Middle East crisis live: Rubio says US-Iran agreement ‘pretty solid’ as oil price falls amid optimism for deal

Secretary of state says a deal could materialise ‘today’, while Trump says talks with Iran proceeding constructively as he faces criticism from within his own party Marco Rubio also told reporters in New Delhi that “Israel always has a right to protect itself”. “If Hezbollah is going to launch missiles or launches missiles at them, Israel has every right to respond to that, or to prevent that from happening,” the US secretary of state was quoted as saying. That’s always been understood. It’s ...

By Adam Fulton

Trump says a deal to end war with Iran is near, but many questions remain

U.S. and Iran are nearing a tentative deal to end the conflict, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and curb Tehran's uranium stockpile — though major details remain unresolved.

By Jane Arraf

Oil prices fall amid mixed signals on US-Iran peace deal

Japan's stock market surges to record high on hopes for an end to US-Israeli war on Iran.

Trump says US not in a rush to make a deal with Iran - CNN

Trump says US not in a rush to make a deal with Iran  CNN

Asia markets set for mixed open as oil falls on Hormuz reopening hopes

Asia-Pacific markets were set to open mixed Monday amid reports that the crucial Strait of Hormuz may reopen soon, pushing oil prices down and lifting investor sentiment.

Why Trump’s draft peace pact with Iran threatens Netanyahu’s Middle East plans

For decades, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has preached a mantra of peace and stability in the Middle East through the destruction of Iran’s Islamic Republic. The obliteration of the ayatollahs, he prophesied, would lead to the normalisation of relations between Israel and the wider Arab-Islamic world – with Israel emerging as the Middle East’s dominant power and indispensable security provider. But on Saturday, Netanyahu’s dreams looked set to be dashed, after US President Donald...

By Tom Hussain

Middle East war live: Rubio says Iran deal still possible Monday

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday that a deal to end the war with Iran could materialise "today", adding that Israel had the right to defend itself against attack. Follow our liveblog for all the latest updates.

By FRANCE 24

Trump is doing a Ukraine on Taiwan. And it exposes a startling new level of US weakness

Trump has suspended weapons sales to Taiwan in a move that again shows he favours potential enemies over allies, explains world affairs editor Sam Kiley

By Sam Kiley

Trump Defends Potential Iran Deal After Fiery Republican Backlash - Forbes

Trump Defends Potential Iran Deal After Fiery Republican Backlash  Forbes

Memorial Day gas prices are the highest in years as Trump says he's close to a deal with Iran

'Not like the one made by Obama': Donald Trump says their Iran deal is 'exact opposite'

US President Donald Trump declared any future Iran deal under his leadership would be "good and proper," contrasting it with the Obama-era agreement. He asserted his proposed deal would prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons, unlike the previous one which he claims provided significant funds and a path to a bomb.

By TOI WORLD DESK

‘India's issue with Pakistan different’: Marco Rubio on Islamabad's mediator role in US-Iran war

Marco Rubio is in India for a four-day visit that includes attending the Quad foreign ministers’ meeting on Tuesday.

Trump says there’s no rush for Iran deal and US blockade stays, as criticism ramps up at home - The Straits Times

Trump says there’s no rush for Iran deal and US blockade stays, as criticism ramps up at home  The Straits Times

Rubio says US will find 'another way' if Iran talks fail

The United States will either have a good agreement with Iran or deal with the country "another way," Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, as Washington played down hopes for an imminent breakthrough in the three-month-old war.

Diplomacy funded by illusions: Trump's deal with Iran must be more than promises - editorial

A narrow agreement that freezes one file while funding the rest of the system would create the illusion of progress and the reality of danger.

Trump says there is no rush for Iran deal, US blockade stays

President Donald Trump said on Sunday he had told his representatives not to rush into any deal with Iran, as his administration played down hopes of an imminent breakthrough in the three-month-old war that had been raised a day earlier. The U.S. blockade on Iranian ships in the Strait of Hormuz would “remain in full […]

‘No rush’ – Donald Trump plays down hopes of peace deal with Iran

Strait of Hormuz to remain blocked until agreement signed, US president says

By Humeyra Pamuk and Asif Shahzad

Trump Keeps World On Edge Over Iran Peace, Says 'Deal Not Fully Negotiated'

Trump insisted the US blockade on Iranian shipping near the Strait of Hormuz would remain in place until an agreement "is reached, certified, and signed".

Final paperwork eludes Iran, US

• Pezeshkian says supreme leader will make final decision, insists no plan for nuclear bomb • Rubio expects ‘good news’ soon; Trump says ‘time is on their side’, tells his team ‘not to rush into deal’ • Iranian media reports suggest disagreements persist on ‘two to three’ clauses TEHRAN/WASHINGTON: Amid reports that both sides are close to reaching an agreement to end the war, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said a final decision to sign an agreement with the US will be made by Supreme Le...

By none@none.com (Agencies)

Stocks rise, oil and dollar slide on Middle East peace hopes

US stock futures ​rose on Monday while the dollar and oil prices slipped as the prospect of a deal to end the ‌Iran war buoyed risk appetite although a lack of clarity over when the Strait of Hormuz would open kept enthusiasm in check. The nearly three month war in ‌the Middle East has sent energy prices soaring and rewired global rates outlook due to worries over inflation as Tehran effectively shut down the strait through which much of the world's energy ⁠supply passes. US President Donald Tru

By The Korea Herald

Trump says there is no rush for Iran deal, U.S. blockade stays

The two sides remain at odds on several issues, including Iran's nuclear ambitions, Israel's war in Lebanon and Tehran's demands for the lifting of sanctions.

Trump tells US negotiators 'not to rush' into peace deal with Iran

The US president has downplayed hopes of a permanent ceasefire, a day after saying a deal had been "largely negotiated".

Trump says a deal with Iran and opening of Strait of Hormuz are 'largely negotiated' - 毎日新聞

Trump says a deal with Iran and opening of Strait of Hormuz are 'largely negotiated'  毎日新聞

Possible Iran-US deal: What we know

While the US-Iran deal looks closer than ever to being done, key clauses, like the issue of frozen Iranian assets, remain unresolved.

Asia markets rally, Nikkei surges 3% to fresh record highs, and oil plunges below $100 on hopes of US-Iran peace deal

Oil slips to 2-week low as US, Iran seen moving closer to peace deal

Major disagreements remain, and Donald Trump instructs US negotiators not to rush into any agreement with Iran

By Reuters

Brent falls below $100 as oil markets pull back amid hopes for peace, profit-taking - Gulf News

Brent falls below $100 as oil markets pull back amid hopes for peace, profit-taking  Gulf News

US reacts to release of November 17 leader - eKathimerini.com

US reacts to release of November 17 leader  eKathimerini.com

Hezbollah chief says hopes for Iran-US deal and that it includes Lebanon - Arab News

Hezbollah chief says hopes for Iran-US deal and that it includes Lebanon  Arab News

Trump slows push for Iran deal

US president says blockade on Iran will remain until agreement is signed

By agencies

Oil and gold prices: Will US-Iran peace deal reshape markets next week? - Khaleej Times

Oil and gold prices: Will US-Iran peace deal reshape markets next week?  Khaleej Times

Trump Indicates He'll Sign Bill Making Daylight Saving Time Permanent

Trump Indicates He'll Sign Bill Making Daylight Saving Time Permanent Authored by Jack Phillips via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), President Donald Trump has indicated he would sign a bill to make daylight saving time permanent as a House of Representatives committee advanced a measure that would codify the change. U.S. President Donald Trump returns to the White House in Washington on May 15, 2026. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images "Big Vote today (48-1!) in the Energy and Commer...

By Tyler Durden

Kayode Aare presents letter of credence to Trump, assumes duty as Nigeria’s envoy to US

With this presentation, Mr Aare, a former director-general of the State Security Service, has officially assumed duty as Nigeria’s chief envoy to the country. The post Kayode Aare presents letter of credence to Trump, assumes duty as Nigeria’s envoy to US appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Beloved John

Oil prices may plunge on Iran-US peace talks

Peace talks between the US and Iran could lead to a significant drop in oil prices, impacting global fuel costs. Learn how the Strait of Hormuz reopening a Read More: https://punchng.com/oil-prices-may-plunge-on-iran-us-peace-talks/

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Trump: Iran Agreement Near, Strait of Hormuz Reopening Closer - The Daily Star Lebanon

Trump: Iran Agreement Near, Strait of Hormuz Reopening Closer  The Daily Star Lebanon

Preliminary Agreement for peace between the US & Iran: The three “sticking points” holding back a final deal

The United States and Iran have reached a preliminary agreement regarding ending their conflict in the Middle East. However, diplomats note that the road ahead remains long, as several more days will be needed before the agreement can be finalized by both sides. After that period, a “60-day phase” will begin, during which the peace […] The post Preliminary Agreement for peace between the US & Iran: The three “sticking points” holding back a final deal appeared first on ProtoThema English.

By Newsroom

Trump says US will not "rush into a deal" with Iran - the-star.co.ke

Trump says US will not "rush into a deal" with Iran  the-star.co.ke

Rubio says US will find ‘another way’ if Iran talks fail

The United States will either have a good agreement with Iran or deal with the country "another way," Secretary of State Marco Rubio said ​on Monday.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

Netanyahu says Trump agrees Israel has right to confront threats 'including in Lebanon' - Naharnet

Netanyahu says Trump agrees Israel has right to confront threats 'including in Lebanon'  Naharnet

Trump tempers expectations of deal with Iran - Kuwait Times

Trump tempers expectations of deal with Iran  Kuwait Times