If Trump Attends Oral Arguments, It Would Be a Presidential First

The president previously mused about attending the Supreme Court’s arguments over his sweeping tariffs, but ultimately did not make an appearance.

By Ann E. Marimow

“Liberation Day” has reshaped trade—but not as Donald Trump hoped

In many ways, global commerce has strengthened

Europe must pay more for medicines, says Bayer

German group’s pharma business expected to generate most of its revenues from US after strategic shift

The longest (partial) government shutdown in U.S. history

The partial shutdown is the longest in history, so far.

By Riley Beggin

Oil tumbles and stock markets soar on hopes Middle East war will end soon, as Bank of England warns of ‘substantial negative supply shock’ – business live

Brent crude prices have fallen sharply, while the FTSE 100 is up 1.8% and government bonds are rallying UK food inflation ‘could hit 9% this year’ as Iran war drives up energy prices Middle East crisis live: Trump claims war will end in ‘two or three weeks’; Rubio says US should ‘re-examine’ Nato relationship Iran war may increase mortgage payments for extra 1.3m UK households, says Bank of England The bond market is also reacting to hopes of peace in the Middle East soon. Government bond...

By Graeme Wearden

Minerals for aid: Are new US health deals ‘exploiting’ African countries?

Zimbabwe and Zambia have pushed back against 'lopsided' agreements after US asks for health data and minerals.

Red states are the ones going green and winning the clean energy race

Red states lead U.S. clean energy growth, with nearly three-quarters of new solar installations in Trump-supporting states, says former Arizona governor.

CNN Poll: Trump’s approval rating on the economy hits a new low - CNN

CNN Poll: Trump’s approval rating on the economy hits a new low  CNN

Trump says Iran's president asked for ceasefire, but U.S. wants Hormuz Strait open first

The war began in late February when the U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran, causing economic turmoil and massive global energy disruptions.

Trump claims Iran's president wants ceasefire, no response from Tehran

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday claimed that Iran's president wanted a ceasefire ahead of the former's speech tonight to the American people.

Philippines seeks Iran talks for safe passage of vessels through Hormuz amid energy crisis

Manila is following its Southeast Asian neighbours’ lead by seeking talks with Iran to secure safe passage for Philippine-bound tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, a move observers have called “a matter of survival”. Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Theresa Lazaro posted on social media that she and energy secretary Sharon Garin had met Iran’s envoy Yousef Esmaeilzadeh on Wednesday to discuss energy cooperation and the advancement of bilateral ties. “Pleased to meet Iranian Ambassador t...

By Sam Beltran

Gulf allies privately make the case to Trump to keep fighting Iran

Gulf allies of the United States, led by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, are urging President Donald Trump to continue prosecuting the war against Iran, arguing that Tehran hasn't been weakened enough by the monthlong US-led bombing campaign, according to US, Gulf and Israeli officials.

By FRANCE24

Monzo to shut down US operations in ‘deliberate’ and ‘strategic’ move

The decision to leave the US will result in about 50 job losses

By Anna Wise

Eylon Levy on the race to eliminate the Iranian threat

The former Israeli government spokesman explains why earlier efforts to diplomatically contain Tehran’s nuclear ambitions failed

By Carson Jerema

Trump claims Iran has asked for ceasefire: ‘Will consider when Strait of Hormuz is open’

Trump said he would consider the proposal when the Strait of Hormuz is open, free and clear.

Bahrain circulates revised UN Hormuz draft, drops binding enforcement - The Straits Times

Bahrain circulates revised UN Hormuz draft, drops binding enforcement  The Straits Times

Iran's new leader has asked for a ceasefire, Trump says

Iran's new leader has just asked the United States for a ceasefire, US President Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post on Wednesday.

Disruptions to air travel due to Iran war predicted to begin in early May as Trump claims ‘Iran has asked for ceasefire’

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Trump's Big "Iran Wants Ceasefire" Claim And A "Blast To Stone Age" Warning

Trump Says Iran Has Asked For Ceasefire, But "Will Blast It Into Oblivion" Till Hormuz Free

Merchant ships warned of fresh strikes in Gulf of Aden

A renewed threat to commercial shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden is adding to wider fears over a deepening global energy and trade shock, with separate assessments by EOS Risk Group and DNV pointing to mounting risks for maritime transport, fuel costs and the broader world economy.  According to a report by EOS Risk Group cited […]

S. Korea, U.S. discuss efforts to promote alliance through public diplomacy

Senior diplomats from South Korea and the United States discussed joint efforts Wednesday to bolster their alliance through various public diplomacy initiatives, ranging from digital communication to people-to-people exchanges, the foreign ministry said. The dialogue took place between Lim Sang-woo, ambassador for public diplomacy, and Sarah Rogers, U.S. under secretary of state for public diplomacy, to explore avenues for practical cooperation in related areas. The two sides agreed that public

By The Korea Herald

Trump says securing Strait of Hormuz is 'not for us' - 毎日新聞

Trump says securing Strait of Hormuz is 'not for us'  毎日新聞

Philippines seeks safe passage for oil in Iran meeting

Manila has requested that Iran formally designate the Philippines as a 'non-hostile country' and ensure safe passage for PH-flagged vessels and oil shipments.

‘American President’s Trail’ among Irish initiatives to mark 250th anniversary of United States

Cabinet will today be briefed on a programme to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on 4 July.

U.S. Lifts Sanctions on 3 Russian Cargo Vessels Linked to Exports From Occupied Ukraine

The vessels are reported to have ties to Russian war finance, government insiders and the export of resources extracted from occupied Ukraine.

Malaysia ships not paying any toll to pass Strait of Hormuz, government says - The Jakarta Post

Malaysia ships not paying any toll to pass Strait of Hormuz, government says  The Jakarta Post

Hindi Ito Marites: PH milestones with Australia and Japan

With an increasingly unpredictable US, the Philippines looks closer to home for strategic partnerships

By Rappler.com, Marites Dañguilan Vitug

From Bushra Ansari to Shahid Afridi, celebrities urge Pakistanis to conserve fuel amid oil crisis

Public service announcements call for carpooling, responsible consumption as Iran conflict drives up fuel prices

By Life And Style Desk

White House says Trump to give address on Iran Wednesday night - Arab News

White House says Trump to give address on Iran Wednesday night  Arab News

US Senators Unveil 'Mined In America Act' To Reshore BTC Mining, Codify Bitcoin Strategic Reserve

US Senators Unveil 'Mined In America Act' To Reshore BTC Mining, Codify Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Authored by Micah Zimmerman via BitcoinMagazine.com, Republican Senators Bill Cassidy and Cynthia Lummis introduced legislation Monday aimed at reshaping the U.S. digital asset mining sector, tightening supply chains, and embedding bitcoin into federal reserve strategy. The proposal, titled the “Mined in America Act,” would establish a federal certification program for domestic c...

By Tyler Durden

Trump says Iranian president wants ceasefire

President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Iran has asked for a ceasefire but that the United States would only consider this once the Strait of Hormuz is clear for shipping. The post Trump says Iranian president wants ceasefire appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

From Hormuz to Damascus, Ankara: New routes for regional oil, gas being explored - rudaw.net

From Hormuz to Damascus, Ankara: New routes for regional oil, gas being explored  rudaw.net

Strait of Hormuz will reopen ‘automatically’, says Trump - Qatar Tribune

Strait of Hormuz will reopen ‘automatically’, says Trump  Qatar Tribune

‘Nazi and Fascist thinking’: Iran blasts US invoking 2,000-year-old war - PressTV

‘Nazi and Fascist thinking’: Iran blasts US invoking 2,000-year-old war  PressTV

United States: US Treasury gives green light to mint a gold coin bearing the image of Donald Trump - Seneweb

United States: US Treasury gives green light to mint a gold coin bearing the image of Donald Trump  Seneweb