Senate hearings with RFK Jr. put Cassidy’s competing loyalties to Trump and science on display - AP News

Senate hearings with RFK Jr. put Cassidy’s competing loyalties to Trump and science on display  AP News

Trump buys time for Iran deal after frantic day of diplomacy

The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time

What Was the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal?

President Trump has ridiculed President Barack Obama and the agreement, which he withdrew from during his first term. His critics say he could have avoided a war had he left it in place.

By Michael Crowley

Middle East crisis live: Trump extends ceasefire but US and Iran at loggerheads over port blockade

US Treasury secretary Scott Bessent says Iran’s Kharg Island storage facilities will be full and their ‘fragile’ oil wells shut in mere days because of the blockade; oil prices rise amid ongoing uncertainty Trump announces extension of Iran ceasefire until ‘discussion concluded’ Shares have been mixed in early trading across Asia, while oil prices have eased on hopes the US and Iran may resume talks to end their war. The price of Brent crude edged 0.2% lower but was still above $98 a barrel...

By Mark Saunokonoko

Why Trump’s latest blink on Iran could be more than a TACO Tuesday - CNN

Why Trump’s latest blink on Iran could be more than a TACO Tuesday  CNN

Tehran held military parades as ceasefire was set to end

Videos show large crowds attending a military parade in Tehran on Tuesday as the US-Iran ceasefire deadline approached.

Lawyer for American detained in Iran says hostage deal is 'easiest problem on the table' for both sides

American hostages wrongfully detained in Iran could be freed during U.S.-Tehran negotiations, a lawyer for one of the detained Americans says.

Vance trip to Pakistan for Iran talks is on hold, NYT reports

Trump told CNBC's "Squawk Box" on Tuesday morning that he thinks the U.S. is "going to end up with a great deal" with Iran to end the war.

Iran war: World waits to see what's next after ceasefire extension

Amid the major turmoil in the energy sector, recession worries and conflicting statements from the US president, the world watches to see if a fragile ceasefire will last.

Live: US will prolong ceasefire, unclear if Iran agrees

US President Donald Trump said he would indefinitely extend the ceasefire with Iran to allow for further peace talks, although it was not clear on Wednesday if Iran or Israel, the US ally in the two-month war, would agree. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

By FRANCE 24

Iran-US war latest: Trump extends ceasefire but says Strait of Hormuz will stay ‘totally blockaded’

US president vows to continue blockading Iranian ports as Tehran refuses to send negotiators to Pakistan talks

By Alisha Rahaman Sarkar and Rachel Dobkin

Oil prices today: Crude slips as markets weigh US-Iran talks, ceasefire extension

Oil prices dipped Wednesday after an initial Asian surge, as traders weighed US-Iran peace talk uncertainties following Washington's ceasefire extension. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to fuel market anxiety. Geopolitical developments, including potential pipeline issues and upcoming US inventory data, are also influencing price movements, suggesting continued volatility.

By TOI BUSINESS DESK

Trump's indefinite Iran ceasefire: prelude to peace? - The Straits Times

Trump's indefinite Iran ceasefire: prelude to peace?  The Straits Times

'Kharg Island storage will be full soon': US masterplan to make Iran bend with Strait of Hormuz blockade

The US has been trying to have Iran come to a permanent ceasefire that would put a full stop to the fighting that erupted on February 28.

"Losing Side Cannot Dictate Terms": Iran On Trump's Ceasefire Extension

According to Mohammadi, the continuation of the "siege" is "no different than bombardment".

Ceasefire extension gives Iran time to negotiate - Trump

US President Donald Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran to allow more time for peace talks, as Tehran's deadline to end the pause came and went without incident.

Trump extends ceasefire with Iran amid uncertainty over prospects for peace talks

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday the United States will extend a ceasefire with Iran until Tehran submits a "unified" proposal and bilateral discussions are "concluded, one way or the other," as uncertainty continued to cloud prospects for peace talks between the two countries. In a Truth Social post, Trump made the announcement following a request from top officials in Pakistan, a key mediating country in the US-Iran negotiations. The decision came as the two-week ceasefire was set to exp

By The Korea Herald

What Will Trump’s New Executive Order Mean for Psychedelics?

The President has cleared the way for research into new mental-health treatments — but experts urge caution

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Stocks gain, dollar wobbles as Trump extends Iran ceasefire

Trump declares Iran ceasefire extension with peace talks in doubt

U.S. President Donald Trump said he would indefinitely extend the ceasefire with Iran to allow for further peace talks, although it was not clear on Wednesday if Iran or Israel, the U.S. ally in the two-month war, would agree. Trump said in a statement on social media the U.S. had agreed to a request by […]

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US announces ceasefire extension with Iran

Donald Trump's announcement appears to be unilateral, and it is not immediately clear whether Iran and US ally Israel agree to extend the ceasefire

By Reuters

Trump extends Iran ceasefire after request from Pakistan - The National

Trump extends Iran ceasefire after request from Pakistan  The National

Trump extends US ceasefire with Iran - China Daily - Global Edition

Trump extends US ceasefire with Iran  China Daily - Global Edition

Iran's new payment system in Strait of Hormuz reduces traffic, global oil flows - Khaleej Times

Iran's new payment system in Strait of Hormuz reduces traffic, global oil flows  Khaleej Times

Trump heeds CDF Munir, PM's truce call

• US president extends ceasefire with Iran until negotiations conclude • Tehran terms move 'a ploy to buy time' fo

By Kamran Yousaf

Trump declares Iran ceasefire extension with peace talks in doubt

Pakistan's leaders have hosted peace talks in Islamabad to end a war that has killed thousands.

Trump Extends Ceasefire With Iran, Delays Military Attack - Tempo.co English

Trump Extends Ceasefire With Iran, Delays Military Attack  Tempo.co English

Oil prices climb 5% after Trump says he does not want to extend Iran ceasefire - Geo News

Oil prices climb 5% after Trump says he does not want to extend Iran ceasefire  Geo News

US positive on Iran deal but talks still uncertain as ceasefire end nears - The Daily Star

US positive on Iran deal but talks still uncertain as ceasefire end nears  The Daily Star

Trump says Iran ‘collapsing financially’ over Hormuz closure

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Iran was "collapsing financially" over the closure of the vital Strait of Hormuz. The post Trump says Iran ‘collapsing financially’ over Hormuz closure appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

Trump buys time for Iran deal after frantic day of diplomacy

Tuesday began as a frantic day of diplomacy in Washington, with Air Force Two ready to fly Vice President JD Vance to Islamabad for another round of peace talks between the US and Iran.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

China blames US for diplomatic impasse with Iran, urges it to show ‘sincerity’ in talks - PressTV

China blames US for diplomatic impasse with Iran, urges it to show ‘sincerity’ in talks  PressTV