An Iranian lawmaker has condemned US-Iran nuclear talks held in Pakistan, calling them a strategic mistake that, in his view, would embolden Iran’s “enemy.” The comments come alongside remarks by former US President Donald Trump, who said any Iran deal would only happen when it benefits the US and its allies.
A ceasefire has been announced as the US and Iran move to talks in Islamabad, with Pakistan mediating. Israel has rejected key Iranian conditions, and international pressure is shaping the pace. Analysts point to Iran’s leverage via the Hormuz Strait, while uranium enrichment details remain unclear, keeping “peace” far from assured.
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President Trump has extended a critical Jones Act shipping waiver by 90 days, allowing foreign vessels to transport key goods like oil and fertilizer to the United States. The move targets rising energy costs amid international turmoil, aiming to improve fuel supply and reduce financial pressure on households.
Confusion is mounting in diplomatic circles as the US and Iran send conflicting signals over a potential peace deal. Reports suggest Trump may visit Islamabad to finalise terms, but developments in Washington and Tehran are not aligning. With talks now deepening amid uncertainty, markets and observers are left waiting for clarity that could change the region’s political and economic outlook.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Florida to press on the hardest issue in ending the war: territorial terms. The two sides are working through a 20-point peace framework that is reported to be around 90% complete, alongside a security guarantee agreement that is nearly ready.
US President Donald Trump claims Iran is privately eager to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to recover from staggering daily economic losses, contradicting Tehran’s public rhetoric of resisting any deal. The continued shipping paralysis through the choke point is tightening global energy markets, raising prices and uncertainty for traders worldwide.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a video conference with NATO and EU leaders as he prepared for talks with US President Donald Trump in Florida. Zelenskyy urged stronger military and diplomatic stances, warning that Russia’s manipulation must be countered to secure progress toward ending the war.
President Donald Trump read 2 Chronicles during a livestreamed Bible marathon from the Oval Office, reviving a verse many associate with America as a Christian nation. Supporters see spiritual unity, while critics argue it turns scripture into a political signal—intensifying religious and cultural divides across the country.
The White House has reportedly created a “naughty and nice” list to grade NATO countries on how they aligned with US positions during the Iran conflict, according to Politico. The Trump administration is reportedly weighing evaluations that could lead to penalties for allies deemed insufficiently supportive, turning alliance politics into a public scorecard.
The Trump administration has fired John C Phelan, the Secretary of the Navy, sending shockwaves through a Pentagon stretched by escalating Middle East conflict. The sudden exit is widely linked to internal tensions, including reported clashes with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. Observers say the shakeup could reshape how the administration manages the Iran war response and the Persian Gulf naval blockade.
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President Donald Trump is reportedly exploring a taxpayer funded takeover of struggling Spirit Airlines, with talks underway over a financing deal involving creditors. The strategy: use government money to buy the airline, then resell it at a profit after oil prices drop. Backers say it could preserve jobs and keep the carrier operating.
The Indian rupee ended Tuesday higher, helped by unwinding of leftover arbitrage positions. At the same time, traders shifted attention to two potential market triggers: a US deadline tied to reaching a deal with Iran and the Reserve Bank of India’s upcoming monetary policy decision, both expected to shape currency and rate expectations.
President Donald Trump says Navy Secretary John Phelan was dismissed after conflicts tied to shipbuilding. Phelan, a billionaire with reported ties to Trump, was also described as moving too slowly on reforms. The shakeup comes as tensions with Iran persist despite a ceasefire, with Washington boosting naval assets in the Middle East.
India’s ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra says PM Modi and President Trump share a deep, trust-based relationship that is translating into practical cooperation. He points to expanding work across defense, trade, and critical minerals, arguing the partnership supports India’s transformation agenda toward Viksit Bharat 2047 and aims to lift growth and prosperity.
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With the April 22 U.S. Iran ceasefire deadline approaching, Iranian professor Mohammad Marandi warns diplomacy is stuck. In an exclusive interview, he says Tehran has no plans to resume talks in Islamabad, citing deep distrust in the Trump administration and accusing both sides of continued ceasefire violations. The window for a breakthrough appears to be closing fast.
Traders have placed a $430 million directional wager that oil prices will fall ahead of a Trump ceasefire extension tied to the Iran war. Analysts note this is the third such bet this month and the fourth overall, with prior large positions in March and April reaching $500 million and about $2.1 billion respectively.
Donald Trump has warned Prime Minister Keir Starmer that Britain could face big tariffs if the UK withdraws its 2% digital services tax. Trump calls the measure unfairly targeting American tech companies. The UK introduced the tax in 2020, and it has drawn criticism from both Trump and Joe Biden, putting UK-US trade ties under pressure.
President Donald Trump’s “gold card” visa program, which demands a $1 million investment for legal U.S. residency, has granted approval to only one person so far, the White House says. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick added that hundreds of applications are waiting in the queue. The scheme is intended to draw wealthy investors and could ultimately offer a route to citizenship.
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Trump has unveiled a deal with Regeneron aimed at lowering US healthcare costs under the most-favored-nation push. The company will cut prices for its drugs on Medicaid, and Praluent, a cholesterol medicine, is set to be sold for $225 on Trump’s discounted drug website. Regeneron also pledges major investment in US research and development.
Sean Plankey, Trump’s nominee to lead the U.S. cybersecurity agency CISA, has asked to withdraw his name. The move follows a turbulent year marked by chaotic temporary leadership and instability in the agency’s direction. Plankey’s request raises questions about what comes next for CISA’s permanent leadership and whether the agency can regain steady footing.
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