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Senator Graham questions Pakistan as mediator in Iran talks
A senior U.S. lawmaker has publicly questioned Pakistan’s suitability as a mediator in ongoing talks between the United States and Iran, citing the country’s stance toward Israel.
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- Senator Graham questions Pakistan as mediator in Iran talks
- U.S. military denies resuming escorts in Strait of Hormuz
- Oil prices fall on optimism over US‑Iran Hormuz talks
- U.S. strikes southern Iran amid ceasefire talks
- Trump urges Arab and Muslim nations to join Abraham Accords
- Trump calls for more Abraham Accords to aid Iran deal
- US markets rise to record highs on Trump Iran peace talk
- Former US Advisor Bolton Says Iran Talks Should Fail
- US and Iran discuss $24 billion frozen assets in Qatar
- Trump calls Cabinet meeting at Camp David on Iran talks
- DNC deletes Memorial Day post after bipartisan criticism
- Asian, European stocks mixed after US strikes on Iran
U.S. military denies resuming escorts in Strait of Hormuz
The United States military has issued a firm public denial that it has resumed escorting commercial vessels through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, directly contradicting earlier reports citing anonymous U.S.
Oil prices fall on optimism over US‑Iran Hormuz talks
Oil prices fell sharply in recent trading sessions as markets reacted to renewed optimism that the United States and Iran could reach an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global energy corridor.
U.S. strikes southern Iran amid ceasefire talks
U.S. military forces conducted strikes inside Iran on Monday, marking a sharp escalation following days of diplomatic signals that a ceasefire agreement was within reach. The strikes, launched by U.S.
Trump urges Arab and Muslim nations to join Abraham Accords
President Donald Trump has demanded that several Muslim-majority nations join the Abraham Accords and normalize relations with Israel as a condition for a final peace deal to end the ongoing war with Iran.
Trump calls for more Abraham Accords to aid Iran deal
President Donald Trump has called on several Middle Eastern nations to join the Abraham Accords, framing the normalization agreements with Israel as a mandatory component of a potential peace settlement with Iran.
US markets rise to record highs on Trump Iran peace talk
U.S. stock indexes reached new highs on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite setting records as markets reopened after a holiday.
Former US Advisor Bolton Says Iran Talks Should Fail
Former National Security Advisor John Bolton publicly stated his hope that ongoing peace negotiations between the United States and Iran would fail, delivering a sharp critique of the diplomatic effort during a televised...
US and Iran discuss $24 billion frozen assets in Qatar
Negotiators from the United States and Iran are meeting in Qatar to discuss a potential agreement aimed at ending hostilities, with the release of billions in frozen Iranian assets emerging as a central issue.
Trump calls Cabinet meeting at Camp David on Iran talks
President Donald Trump will convene a rare, full Cabinet meeting at the Camp David presidential retreat on Wednesday, with high-stakes negotiations with Iran expected to dominate the agenda.
DNC deletes Memorial Day post after bipartisan criticism
The Democratic National Committee deleted a Memorial Day social media post after facing bipartisan criticism for politicizing the deaths of American service members.
Asian, European stocks mixed after US strikes on Iran
Asian and European stock markets showed a mixed performance on Tuesday, a day after the United States military carried out strikes on targets in southern Iran. The U.S.
Iran's Khamenei Says Regional Nations Won't Shield US Bases
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei declared on Tuesday that nations in the region will no longer act as shields for American military bases, asserting that U.S. influence is waning.
US condemns Hezbollah leader call to topple Lebanon government
The United States has condemned a call by Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem for the overthrow of Lebanon’s government, pledging firm support for the administration in Beirut.
Strathcona shares fall 5% oil prices dip on US‑Iran hopes
Shares of Strathcona Resources Ltd. fell sharply on Monday, May 25, 2026, as a broad decline in crude oil prices weighed heavily on Canadian energy stocks. The company's stock closed at C$44.
Iranian president orders end to 87-day internet blackout
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the Ministry of Communications to restore international internet access to its preJanuary levels, Iranian state media reported Monday, following an 87 day blackout that cut...
Rubio's Taj Mahal visit draws Iranian criticism
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited the Taj Mahal in Agra on Monday, drawing a sharp response from the Iranian consulate in Hyderabad, which accused his government of threatening Iranian civilization while standing...
White House Aide Attacks Pompeo Over Iran Deal Criticism
White House Communications Director Steven Cheung launched a profanity-laced personal attack on former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo over the weekend after Pompeo publicly criticized the Trump administration’s emerging ...
Iran plans fees on undersea internet cables in Strait of Hormuz
Iran has announced plans to impose fees on undersea internet cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a move that could affect major global technology companies and the flow of digital traffic between Europe, Asia an...
LNG Tanker Exits Strait of Hormuz for India Amid De Facto Blockade
A liquefied natural gas tanker carrying a shipment for India has exited the Strait of Hormuz, the first such delivery for the country from the Persian Gulf since the outbreak of war between the US and Iran, as regional e...
