Trump says US will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal made with Iran

The US president's comments come amid uncertainty over whether Iran will attend peace talks in Pakistan this week.

‘Immediate Results’ vs. ‘The Long Game’: Iran and the U.S. Face Off

As the United States and Iran make a second attempt at a deal, their negotiating styles are on a collision course.

By David E. Sanger

Trump’s social media posts have transformed the oil trade, says Citadel

Hedge fund’s commodities head says traders are struggling to adjust to volatility sparked by president’s frequent messages

How Pakistan learned to speak Trump’s language, becoming an unlikely peacemaker

Pakistan is the key broker in talks to end the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. But it did not always get along with President Donald Trump and does not recognize Israel.

By Susannah George

Trump signs memos to boost US fossil-fuel production for ‘defense readiness’

President claims ‘inadequate’ supply presents security threat and orders expansion of oil, coal and gas production Donald Trump on Monday released a series of memos that doubled down on his support of increased domestic fossil fuel production for purported “defense readiness”. Trump’s memos, which cited the president’s 20 January 2025 executive order declaring a national energy emergency, said US-based oil, coal, and natural gas production must expand “to avert an industrial resource or criti...

By Victoria Bekiempis

How Trump manages relations with allies

NPR's Juana Summers talks with Richard Haass, president emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations, about how President Trump treats U.S. allies, and how allies like Canada are responding.

By Alejandra Marquez Janse

Iran war live: Tehran rejects talks under threat; Trump says blockade stays

Iran says will not accept negotiations 'under the shadow of threats', as Trump promises to continue blockade in Hormuz.

'The View' co-host claims Caitlyn Jenner has 'special place in hell' over Trump support

"The View" co-host Ana Navarro slammed Caitlyn Jenner over the passport gender marker complaint she made recently, saying that there is a special "place in hell" for the former athlete.

US and Iran warn they are ready for war as Pakistan ceasefire talks in limbo

The United States and Iran on Monday each warned they were ready for war as the clock ticked on a ceasefire, with uncertainty on talks that US President Donald Trump had announced would resume in Pakistan. The White House said Vice-President J.D. Vance was ready to fly back to the Pakistani capital Islamabad, which was visibly preparing for a second round of talks on ending the war that has engulfed the Middle East and shaken global markets. But Tehran’s cleric-run government declined to conf...

By Agence France-Presse

Trump lets Joe Rogan torch him on Iran but goes to war with Pope Leo. Is ‘bro’ base more politically potent than Jesus?

Trump’s rare magnanimity in the face of top podcaster’s criticism contrasts with his blistering attacks on the leader of the Catholic faith, writes Andrew Feinberg ... and shows who he’s most concerned about when it comes to November’s elections

By Andrew Feinberg

The problem with America's $1 trillion military budget

US defense spending is on track to top $1 trillion for the first time in history. Congress approved $900 billion for defense in 2026, and President Donald Trump has since proposed a staggering $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027, the largest request in decades. Much of that money goes to weapons like the F-35, which can cost over $100 million apiece. So why are American weapons so incredibly expensive? US military spending wasn't always like this. In 1909, the Wright Brothers sold the first...

Dual Iran, U.S. blockades have traffic in Strait of Hormuz crippled once again

Since Sunday, only four ships have crossed the Strait of Hormuz in either direction, according to a marine tracking firm

By AFP

A deal to end the Iran war seemed close. Then Trump started posting on social media

‘Pull skin off, feed it to stray dogs’: Kentucky man arrested for threatening Donald Trump

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By TOI World Desk

Will the US lift the Hormuz blockade before an Iran deal? Trump says no

Trump Fed chair pick to vow interest rate independence at key hearing

Trump Fed chair pick to vow interest rate independence at key hearing

Trump: New deal with Iran will be better than old one - The Straits Times

Trump: New deal with Iran will be better than old one  The Straits Times

Iran prepared to reveal 'new cards' on the battlefield, won't negotiate under threat, official says

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf claimed that US President Trump had violated the ceasefire between the two countries by "imposing a siege."

Ahead Of Pak Talks, Trump Says Iran Deal Will Be "Far Better" Than Obama Nuke Deal

Donald Trump on Monday escalated his criticism of "The Iran Nuclear Deal", asserting that any new deal under his administration would be "far better" than the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

US, Iran warn ready for war as talks in limbo

"We do not accept negotiations under the shadow of threats," said Iran's top negotiator, as a two-week ceasefire nears its expiration.

Trump: Why even old allies are questioning his sanity

The president’s posting of an AI-generated image depicting him as Jesus crossed the line for many supporters

By The Week US

Fate of Iran peace talks uncertain as deadline approaches for end of ceasefire

Iran’s top negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf accuses US President Donald Trump of increasing pressure on Tehran through the blockade and ceasefire violations, saying Iran rejects negotiations under threat

By Reuters

Tucker Carlson's Son Leaving JD Vance's Team Has Nothing to Do With Trump-Dad Rift

Tucker Carlson’s son has bounced from J.D. Vance’s office ... but his decision had nothing to do with the fiery feud between President Donald Trump and his dad. A source with direct knowledge tells TMZ ... Buckley Carlson is out as deputy press…

By TMZ Staff

Kuwait Declares Force Majeure As US Seizure Of Iranian Ship Escalates Tensions

Kuwait Declares Force Majeure As US Seizure Of Iranian Ship Escalates Tensions By Charles Kennedy of OilPrice.com Kuwait has declared force majeure on shipments of crude oil and refined products after disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz prevented some vessels from entering the Persian Gulf. The move comes as tensions in the Strait escalated again following the U.S. seizure of an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel in the waterway. According to Reuters, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation h...

By Tyler Durden

New US-Iran deal to surpass 2015 nuclear pact: Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that a new agreement under negotiation with Iran would be 'far better' than the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, which he again crit...

Israel never talked me into war with Iran: Trump - The Daily Star

Israel never talked me into war with Iran: Trump  The Daily Star

Analysis| The limits of Democratic Party bet on the Iran War in confronting Trump - Region - World - Ahram Online

Analysis| The limits of Democratic Party bet on the Iran War in confronting Trump - Region - World  Ahram Online

Trump snaps at critique that Israel dragged him into Iran war - Naharnet

Trump snaps at critique that Israel dragged him into Iran war  Naharnet

Pakistan’s army chief tells Trump blockade of Iran hampering efforts to resume talks - PressTV

Pakistan’s army chief tells Trump blockade of Iran hampering efforts to resume talks  PressTV