Three charts that are warning signs flashing for Trump on Iran war

As gas prices rise, Trump's approval rating is heading into politically dangerous territory.

Oil Falls on Trump Pausing Attacks on Iran’s Energy Sector - WSJ

Oil Falls on Trump Pausing Attacks on Iran’s Energy Sector  WSJ

Iran seeks tight controls on traffic through strategic Strait of Hormuz

Tehran suggests system of charging fees and limiting passage to ‘non-hostile’ ships could endure beyond current war

'As he approached the sands of the Arabian-Persian Gulf, Trump fell prey to a common phenomenon in these lands: mirages'

The American president's disappointments and contradictory statements on the conflict in Iran obscure the key question of how to end the war, writes Le Monde columnist Alain Frachon.

Middle East crisis live: Trump pausing strikes on Iran energy sites; Houthis say ‘no reason’ to halt Red Sea shipping

US president says he is extending deadline for strait of Hormuz to reopen to 6 April; Houthis tell Lloyd’s List ‘no reason’ to prevent Saudi oil using Red Sea route Full report: Trump extends deadline Analysis: Trump pitches peace plan but military buildups rarely veer to off-ramp Hello and welcome to our continuing live coverage of the US-Israel war on Iran and the consequences for the region, the world, and the global economy. Here are the latest developments: Donald Trump said he will ...

By Adam Fulton

Higher oil prices are already affecting American businesses

Gasoline prices have jumped about a dollar a gallon since the war with Iran began. And diesel prices are up even more. That's tough on truckers, fishermen, and just about everyone else.

By Scott Horsley

Malaysia’s ships allowed to pass Strait of Hormuz, PM Anwar says

Malaysian leader says oil tankers granted clearance by Iran as government introduces measures to conserve fuel.

Polls: Most Americans oppose strikes on Iran, but big gap between Democrats, Republicans

Multiple national polls show most Americans now oppose U.S.-Israel military strikes on Iran, with opposition ranging from 54% to 61% across surveys.

Iran war: Stocks sink as Trump pushes back Hormuz deadline

The US president has said talks with Iran are "going very well." Iran still maintains it is not talking with the United States. DW has more.

Middle East live: Iran launches strikes on Israel and Gulf sites

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Friday they conducted missile and drone strikes the previous day against targets in Israel and US-linked military facilities across the Gulf, hitting sites in the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain, including a Patriot air-defence maintenance facility. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

By FRANCE 24

Iran-US war latest: Trump extends pause on energy plant strikes and says talks with Tehran going ‘very well’

The US may send an additional 10,000 troops on top of the thousands of service members already dispatched to the region, according to a new report

By Alisha Rahaman Sarkar and Rachel Dobkin

'They asked for 7, I gave 10': Trump on Iran's 'big present' to US as Hormuz deadline delayed

President Trump granted Iran a 10-day cooling-off period, calling it a "gift" after Tehran allowed eight oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. This pause in planned strikes on energy infrastructure comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts, which Trump described as progressing well. The extension follows a previous five-day delay and a prior 48-hour ultimatum.

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Iran fires cluster missile at central Israel; airstrikes hit building in Beirut - Haaretz

Iran fires cluster missile at central Israel; airstrikes hit building in Beirut  Haaretz

Trump’s dramatic U‑turn on Strait of Hormuz: From ‘will open itself’ to acknowledging Iran’s control

Trump's approach to the Strait of Hormuz has shifted from threats to acknowledgment of Iran's influence on shipping.

Europeans to press US at G-7 meeting over Russian support for Iran - The Straits Times

Europeans to press US at G-7 meeting over Russian support for Iran  The Straits Times

US Jews are realizing that Netanyahu can handle war better than Trump can - comment

There is always noise around Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. There is always noise around US President Donald Trump. Then a war comes, and the static drops.

'No Thanks': Trump Claims No One In Iran Wants To Be The Supreme Leader

Trump also insisted that Tehran was negotiating with Washington to end the war, despite Tehran's denial.

No let-up in US-Israeli strikes on Iran despite peace push

TEHRAN: Protesters carrying flags and placards attend an anti-US and Israel rally, even as bombs continued to fall on the Iranian capital.—Reuters • Staff safe as neighbourhood housing Pakistan embassy comes under heavy bombardment • Tabriz, Bandar Abbas, Mashhad, Birjand hit; Iran retaliates with strikes on Tel Aviv, Haifa • NYT says most personnel forced to ‘work remotely’ as US bases in Gulf rendered uninhabitable • In series of extraordinary claims, Trump circumspect about US involve...

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S. Korea joins France-hosted 35-nation military chiefs' meeting on Hormuz: officials

South Korea’s top military officer joined an international meeting convened by France to discuss the situation in the Middle East and potential postconflict maritime security measures, Seoul said Friday. The virtual meeting, attended by chiefs of defense from 35 countries, was held Thursday under the chairmanship of French Chief of Defense Staff Gen. Fabien Mandon, according to the French Defense Ministry. In a statement, the French ministry said the participants discussed the possible resumptio

By The Korea Herald

Iran may believe it has the upper hand as Trump seeks talks

Iranian officials have insisted all week that no negotiations are taking place, even mocking the U.S. leader for "negotiating with himself."

Trump’s signature to appear on U.S. currency, a first for a sitting president

Trump extends pause on striking Iran’s energy plants into April

The four-week war spreads across across the Middle East, killing thousands of people and hitting the global economy with soaring energy prices, fueling global inflation fears

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Thai ship hit in Hormuz runs aground off Iran's Qeshm Island

A ⁠Thai-flagged cargo ​ship ​that ‌was hit by unknown projectiles in the Strait of ​Hormuz ⁠earlier this month has run ‌aground off Iran's Qeshm Island, Iran's ⁠Tasnim news agency said on Friday.

Survival logic of nuclear deterrence: The Iranian, Israeli, and American conundrum, By Jacob Edi 

For Washington, the challenge is balancing aggression and restraint. It is caught in a vortex; to continue attacks on Iran can escalate the war and not to continue can bruise the ego of Donald Trump, then the US… All facts considered therefore, diplomacy remains the slimmest lifeline for the triumvirate… These actors must get to […] The post Survival logic of nuclear deterrence: The Iranian, Israeli, and American conundrum, By Jacob Edi  appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Iran’s anti-US-Israeli war: A conflict set to reshape the global order - Tehran Times

Iran’s anti-US-Israeli war: A conflict set to reshape the global order  Tehran Times

Oil prices dip after Trump signals delay on Iran strikes - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Oil prices dip after Trump signals delay on Iran strikes  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Sirens, blasts in Zionist entity as Iran fires waves of missiles - Kuwait Times

Sirens, blasts in Zionist entity as Iran fires waves of missiles  Kuwait Times

Trump extends pause on planned strikes on Iran’ energy strikes for second time

Trump announced an extended pause on planned strikes against Iranian energy facilities, saying talks were progressing “despite erroneous statements to the contrary by the Fake News Media, and others.” President… (The post Trump extends pause on planned strikes on Iran’ energy strikes for second time is from Doha News | Qatar.)

By Nassima Babassa

A majority of Americans believe the military action against Iran is excessive, according to a poll. - seneweb.com

A majority of Americans believe the military action against Iran is excessive, according to a poll.  seneweb.com