Pakistan presses ahead with preparations for Iran-US talks even with Tehran's participation unclear - AP News

Pakistan presses ahead with preparations for Iran-US talks even with Tehran's participation unclear  AP News

Gold falls as investors await clarity on US-Iran talks, dollar edges up - Reuters

Gold falls as investors await clarity on US-Iran talks, dollar edges up  Reuters

Thom Tillis: the Republican blocking Donald Trump’s pick for Fed chair

The outgoing North Carolina senator is refusing to back down in fight over president’s probe into Jerome Powell

Trump’s statements on Iran increasingly contradict each other

The president has made conflicting comments on questions both large and small related to the war.

By Natalie Allison, Isaac Arnsdorf, Cat Zakrzewski

As the U.S.-Iran ceasefire deadline looms, here are the main sticking points

The status of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear enrichment program are among the biggest obstacles to extending the truce, which expires Wednesday evening.

By NPR Staff

Pakistan races against time to get Iran back to US talks as truce end nears

But a series of escalations by the US is complicating those efforts, say analysts.

MORNING GLORY: President Trump must reject a second Munich and hold firm again Iran

Hugh Hewitt argues Trump must demand Iran's full capitulation on enrichment, missiles and terrorism rather than accepting a partial deal in Islamabad.

Trump’s craving for the spotlight risks Iran deal hopes - CNN

Trump’s craving for the spotlight risks Iran deal hopes  CNN

European stocks to open higher as U.S.-Iran ceasefire deadline looms

European stocks are expected to open broadly higher on Tuesday as investors try to gauge the direction of efforts to end the U.S.-Iran war.

Israel and Lebanon to hold news talks

The United States is set to host new talks on Thursday between Israel and Lebanon in an effort to reach an agreement as their fragile ceasefire largely holds. The discussions will take place at the State Department in Washington, once again at the ambassadorial level. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said the goal is to end hostilities and the occupation in southern Lebanon, though Hezbollah continues to reject the negotiations. Meanwhile, Lebanese officials claim the IDF has destroyed 39 villa...

By FRANCE24

Trump says Starmer made ‘really bad pick’ in Peter Mandelson

The US president weighed in on the scandal over Sir Keir Starmer’s appointment

By Athena Stavrou

Trump Says Retrieving ‘Nuclear Dust’ From Iran Will Be ‘Long And Difficult’ Process - Forbes

Trump Says Retrieving ‘Nuclear Dust’ From Iran Will Be ‘Long And Difficult’ Process  Forbes

U.S. Oil Exports Set to Hit Record High

Iran ceasefire ‘unlikely’ to be extended without a peace deal, Trump says

The truce expires on ‘Wednesday evening Washington time,’ Trump said, adding that he is ‘not going to be rushed into making a bad deal’

By Bloomberg News

Jon Stewart Jokes That Donald Trump Is on Psychedelics After ‘Weird as S—‘ Bill Signing: ‘Have You Ever Really Looked at Your Signature, on Weed?’

On Monday night’s episode of “The Daily Show,” Jon Stewart poked fun at President Donald Trump for some unusual behavior during a bill signing. Stewart opened the show by explaining that Trump “did a solid” by signing a bill that fast-tracks the “FDA process for novel psychedelic drug treatments for veterans suffering from all forms […]

By Jack Dunn

Uncertainty prevails over second round of US-Iran talks

Uncertainty prevails over second round of US-Iran talks

US positive on Iran deal but talks still uncertain as ceasefire end nears - The Straits Times

US positive on Iran deal but talks still uncertain as ceasefire end nears  The Straits Times

A forgotten theory that explains Trump’s psychosis

America has learned to normalise mental disorder

By Lee Siegel

"International Waters Not Refuge": US' Tanker Action In Indo-Pacific

The United States on Tuesday said its forces carried out a maritime interdiction operation on a "stateless" sanctioned tanker in the Indo-Pacific region, without any incident.

What are the main points of contention between US and Iran?

Uncertainty around a second round of US-Iran talks in Islamabad has continued to prevail over the past few days as the fragile truce between the two countries nears an end. While a US delegation — headed by US Vice President JD Vance — is expected in Islamabad for negotiations, the Iranian side has not yet confirmed its participation in the high-stakes talks. US President Donald Trump, on the other hand, has ramped up his threats against Iran, stating that it could “face problems” if it did n...

By none@none.com (News Desk)

US in talks with DP world on Gaza logistics under Trump’s Board of Peace plan - Financial Times

Rehabilitation of Gaza, where two years of Israeli bombardment have destroyed four-fifths of buildings, has been projected by global institutions to cost around $70 billion.

Jon Stewart Derides Trump’s Iran Negotiation Skills: “A Cycle Of Demands And Threats And Premature Declarations Of Victory”

Before diving into the ongoing maelstrom of Iran peace talks, Jon Stewart spent several minutes of his opening Daily Show monologue to address President Donald Trump’s fast-tracking of access to psychedelic drug treatments. Ahead of the weekend, the POTUS signed an executive order loosening restrictions for substances like ibogaine, which veterans groups have indicated helps […]

By Natalie Oganesyan

US-Iran peace talks could go ahead, if one major obstacle is overcome

A senior Iranian source claims the country is "positively reviewing" whether it will attend peace talks with the US.

US-Iran peace talks edge closer as ceasefire deadline approaches and oil prices ease

The United States expressed confidence that peace talks with Iran would resume in Pakistan and a senior Iranian official said Tehran was positively reviewing its participation, though significant uncertainty remained as the two-week ceasefire neared expiry. A Pakistani source involved in the discussions told Reuters there was momentum for talks to recommence on Wednesday. “Things […]

By Newsroom

European equities gain cautiously as investors eye U.S. Iran talks

The 8 at 8: Tuesday

Update on the economy, US and Iran talks uncertain, and Celtic Tiger era bridge moves closer to construction.

Iran keeps US waiting for Islamabad peace talks - The National

Iran keeps US waiting for Islamabad peace talks  The National

Chinese envoy expresses full support, lauds Pakistan's efforts for US-Iran talks in meeting with FM Dar

Egyptian FM, Dar speak on telephone call, emphasise importance of dialogue and engagement for peace and stability

By Web Desk

Mediators voice new US-Iran talks hope as truce deadline nears

The U.S. and Iran have signaled plans for a new round of cease-fire talks in Pakistan, two regional officials said Tuesday, even as leaders on both sides warned they are ready to r...

Iran War: Fraying Nerves, Nonsense Negotiations, Psyops, and Ominous Notes

POTUS Trump and the Iranians are locked in a high tension stand off and the pressure on everyone is building like divers trapped in a bell that’s springing leaks as it descends into the abyss. And the hallucinations and delusions are building as bubbles form in the bloodstream and the brain. Let’s start with the […]

By Nat Wilson Turner

How Trump’s tariffs have failed the US economy - The Daily Star

How Trump’s tariffs have failed the US economy  The Daily Star

Chinese envoy firmly rejects US allegations at UN Security Council emergency briefing on Ukraine - Global Times

Chinese envoy firmly rejects US allegations at UN Security Council emergency briefing on Ukraine  Global Times

DOJ Shakeup In Florida Signals Major Escalation In Russiagate Criminal Probe

DOJ Shakeup In Florida Signals Major Escalation In Russiagate Criminal Probe The Department of Justice appears to be gaining fresh momentum in its criminal investigation into the 2016 Trump-Russia collusion narrative, with a significant overhaul of the team handling the case in southern Florida. According to investigative journalist Julie Kelly’s reporting at Declassified.live, longtime Trump legal advisor Joe diGenova - a former U.S. Attorney and prominent commentator - will...

By Tyler Durden

Trump says Iran deal to be signed 'tonight' in Pakistan, Tehran yet to confirm participation - Region - World - Ahram Online

Trump says Iran deal to be signed 'tonight' in Pakistan, Tehran yet to confirm participation - Region - World  Ahram Online

Trump says recovering Iran uranium 'will be a long and difficult process' - Dhaka Tribune

Trump says recovering Iran uranium 'will be a long and difficult process'  Dhaka Tribune

Trump says US stopped ship delivering Chinese ‘gift’ to Iran

President Donald Trump on Tuesday said US forces intercepted a ship carrying a "gift" to Iran from China as Tehran tries to restock its military during a ceasefire period. The post Trump says US stopped ship delivering Chinese ‘gift’ to Iran appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

Iran files complaint at UN over the US’s ‘illegal, barbarous’ ship seizure - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Iran files complaint at UN over the US’s ‘illegal, barbarous’ ship seizure  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

US–Indonesia Deal: Cooperation or Exploitation? - phnompenhpost.com

US–Indonesia Deal: Cooperation or Exploitation?  phnompenhpost.com

Fate of Iran talks uncertain - Qatar Tribune

Fate of Iran talks uncertain  Qatar Tribune