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US says wants deal with Iran, but not 'at any price'

MANAMA - Top US diplomat Marco Rubio said Thursday that there were limits to what Washington would accept in any deal with Iran, warning that permitting Tehran to charge fees in the Strait of Hormuz would open the door to "total chaos".

Bangkok Post

Rubio hails US-Gulf Arab unity despite region's persistent concerns about Iran agreement

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured Gulf Arab partners of unwavering support amidst ongoing negotiations to end the war with Iran. Despite fears of being sidelined, Rubio emphasized their crucial involvement in all discussions. While a joint statement highlighted areas of agreement, concerns linger among Gulf Council members about…

The Economic Times

Venezuela twin earthquakes: Death toll rises to 164; over 1000 injured, search for missing continues

Rescue teams intensified operations across Venezuela on Thursday after two powerful earthquakes struck the country on Wednesday evening, killing at least 164 people, injuring nearly 1,000 and trapping an unknown number beneath collapsed buildings.

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Cargo ship hit by projectile in Hormuz as Iran issues renewed passage warning

The British military said a cargo ship on the new Omani UN-backed route sustained bridge damage from a projectile, hours after the IRGC warned that vessels without Iranian permission were transiting "illegally".

Euronews

British military says a cargo ship was hit while moving through the Strait of Hormuz

In a worrying development, a cargo ship on a UN-supported journey through the Strait of Hormuz was hit by a projectile, raising alarms as Iran warned of the need for its consent for passage. Despite this incident, multiple tankers successfully navigated the critical waterway. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio…

The Economic Times

Rescue teams race to Venezuela amid fears thousands killed in earthquakes

US among countries sending help to search for survivors on north coast, where dozens of buildings flattened, as official death toll reaches 235

The Guardian - UK

Venezuela's Strongest Earthquake in 126 Years Leaves Devastation as Rescuers Fear Thousands May Still Be Trapped

Venezuela faces a humanitarian crisis after twin earthquakes, the strongest in 126 years, leave 164 dead and thousands trapped. International rescue efforts are underway amid widespread devastation.

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Rubio warns Hormuz tolls would 'spread like contagion' to other waterways

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that imposing tolls on ships in the Strait of Hormuz would lead to "total chaos," a stance reiterated by Oman which stated no fees would be levied. Iran, however, insisted on its authorization for passage and appeared to criticize Oman's new shipping route.…

The Economic Times

Iran seeks long-term role in managing Strait of Hormuz, eyes billions in annual fees

Iran is proposing new charges for security and services in the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to generate significant revenue and reshape its management post-conflict. Tehran is seeking regional backing, drawing parallels to Turkey's Dardanelles model. However, the US vehemently opposes this, asserting no nation can charge for international waterways. While…

The Economic Times

World leaders react with offers and solidarity after powerful quakes hit Venezuela

World leaders are reacting with offers and solidarity after two powerful earthquakes shook Venezuela on Wednesday, killing at least 164 people, injuring more than 1,000 and trapping many beneath collapsed buildings

The Independent UK

Marco Rubio Unveils U.S. Plan to Help Venezuela After Devastating Twin Earthquakes

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday that the United States is launching what he described as a "big, fast, effective" humanitarian response to assist Venezuela following the twin powerful earthquakes that have killed at least 164 people, injured nearly 1,000 others, and left entire neighborhoods in ruins.

Latin Times

IRGC warns ships off Oman's corridor in Hormuz as Rubio draws line on tolls

The IRGC warned that any vessel navigating outside Tehran's designated routes was acting illegally, directly rejecting Oman's newly announced temporary corridor, as Rubio told a GCC meeting the US would not accept fees regardless of how they are framed.

Euronews

Marco Rubio Says U.S. Is Deploying Rescue Teams To Venezuela After Devastating Earthquakes

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. will deploy rescue teams and aid to Venezuela after two earthquakes devastated the country.

International Business Times

'Worse Than Obama's Deal': GOP Insider Exposes Trump Administration's Secret Multi-Billion Dollar Bailout of Iran

Conservative radio host Erick Erickson accuses Donald Trump's White House of quietly agreeing to a multi‑billion dollar bailout for Iran while publicly denying key terms of the deal.

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The Guardian - US

JD Vance is the face of the beleaguered Iran deal – is he its fall guy?

Vice-president, leading a foundering peace deal to end the kind of war he’s opposed in the past, is left holding the bag

The Economic Times

Rubio in Middle East tour says any Iran deal will ensure security of Gulf allies

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured Gulf Arab allies that any deal with Iran would prioritize their security interests. Concluding a Middle East tour, Rubio aimed to assuage concerns over a preliminary accord, emphasizing Washington's commitment to regional stability. Despite assurances, conflicting accounts on deal terms regarding inspections and…

France 24

Death toll rises to at least 188, more than 200 trapped

Venezuelans searched for survivors beneath collapsed buildings Thursday and rescue teams raced to northern areas rocked by a pair of powerful earthquakes that officials say killed at least 188 people and left more than 200 trapped. Many more were feared dead. Read our blog to see how the day's events…

Euronews

Hormuz confusion deepens as Iran and US clash over who controls it

Trump said Tehran had promised no tolls or charges in the strait, hours after Iran and Oman announced a joint permit system asserting their authority over the waterway. Rubio flew to Abu Dhabi to reassure Gulf allies, as analysts warned control over Hormuz would be a major strategic victory for…

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France 24

Rubio assures Gulf allies US will protect interests in Iran peace talks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio was in Bahrain on Thursday to assure Gulf allies that Washington would protect their interests as it pursues a final settlement with Iran. Earlier, President Donald Trump said talks were progressing well, while requesting nearly $88 billion in supplemental funding for the Pentagon after Congress…

France 24

US in a 'panic' at prospect of Gulf states going it alone, analyst says

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has promised the United States' Gulf allies that Washington would protect their interests as it seeks to hammer out a final settlement of the Middle East war in talks with Iran. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney, independent journalist and author of the newsletter…

The Guardian - UK

Israel says IDF is staying in southern Lebanon, undermining Iran peace talks

Defence minister says troops not withdrawing though Tehran sees end to war in Lebanon as part of deal with US

The Economic Times

Rubio reassures UAE, Kuwait as scepticism over Iran deal persists

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured Gulf allies of their security during a visit to the UAE and Kuwait, addressing skepticism over a proposed deal to end the U.S.-Iran war. The accord includes a $300 billion fund and sanctions waivers for Tehran. Rubio emphasized the U.S. commitment to regional…

The Independent UK

Tucker Carlson reveals the one Democrat Trump is ‘very convinced’ could win in 2028

Conservative commentator denies having presidential ambitions of his own after high profile split from Trump and the Republican party

Euronews

Tehran labels framework deal 'US defeat' as Trump threatens to halt talks

Iranian key negotiator hailed the US–Iran framework deal as a “declaration of US defeat,” while Trump warned that talks would end immediately if reports that Tehran is seeking to impose tolls on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz prove to be true.

Bangkok Post

Iran calls peace pact ‘declaration of US defeat’

US Secretary of State Rubio on regional tour in bid to reassure nervous allies

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