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US says downed multiple Iran drones as both insist deal closer

The United States said it downed multiple Iranian drones targeting commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz early Saturday, hours after both sides said a deal to end the Middle East war was closer than ever.

Radio France Internationale

US says it downed multiple Iranian attack drones as both sides say peace deal is closer

A ceasefire took effect in April, but sporadic episodes of violence have occurred, each time sparking new fears of a return to all-out war, despite Trump repeatedly stating a deal was within reach.

Euronews

Trump Denies Iran's Description Of a Deal: 'Very Dishonorable People To Deal With'

President Donald Trump rejected Iran's account of a deal with the U.S., saying it has "NOTHING to do with the terms that were agreed to."

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Iran insists on control of Hormuz under any deal with US

TEHRAN - Iran insisted on Friday on its right to maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz and enrich uranium under any peace deal with the United States, after President Donald Trump said a draft accord was ready.

Bangkok Post

U.S.-Iran Deal Could Be Signed On Sunday In Geneva, Report Claims

The memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran to end the war could be signed in Geneva, Switzerland, on Sunday, according to a new report.

International Business Times

Iran Will Reportedly Insist On Right To Enrich Uranium As Netanyahu Says Tehran 'Will Not Have Nuclear Weapons'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he will not allow Iran to have a nuclear weapon as a semi-official news agency in Tehran said the country won't give up its right to enrich uranium.

International Business Times

Iran insists on nuclear enrichment and control over Strait of Hormuz under any deal with US

Iran insisted on Friday on its right to enrich uranium and maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz under any deal with the United States, after President Donald Trump said a draft accord was ready. Beyond this, according to IRNA, Iran would insist on managing traffic though the Strait of…

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Iranian State Outlet Says Agreement With U.S. Doesn't Include Giving Up Control Of Hormuz Strait

Iranian state news agency IRNA said on Friday that the terms of a draft agreement with the U.S. does not include giving up control of the Hormuz Strait, which Tehran is seeking to control following the war.

International Business Times

US, Iran signal peace deal is close after Trump lashes out at ‘dishonorable’ Iranians

The US and Iran on Friday signaled that an initial peace agreement to end the Iran war was close although details of the deal were not officially released. The consensual signaling came hours after President Donald Trump posted a message lashing out at "very dishonorable" Iranians after local media reported…

France 24

'Great settlement soon in Europe': Trump sees imminent Iran deal, Tehran yet to nod

The US president also asserted that Iran's Supreme Leader had approved the proposed terms and indicated that Washington would immediately end its blockade of Iran once the agreement came into force. Trump said such a move would have a significant impact on global energy markets. Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail…

The Times of India

Pakistan's interior minister is in Tehran as the US downs more Iranian drones over Hormuz

Pakistan's interior minister is in Tehran to revive Iran-U.S. negotiations. This comes as U.S. forces downed Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz. Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues despite a ceasefire extension. Israel struck Beirut suburbs in response to earlier rocket fire. The conflict impacts global trade and risks…

The Economic Times

Israel strikes Beirut's southern suburbs days after ceasefire agreement

Israel has struck the southern Beirut suburbs, targeting Hezbollah command centers

The Independent UK

Uncertainty over US entry permits for Iran World Cup squad

Uncertainty remains over US entry permits for Iranian players just days before the World Cup begins, with various Iranian bodies denouncing "unfair" treatment. On Sunday Iran's football chief Mehdi Taj -- among some 15 staffers denied US visas, according to Iranian media -- criticised the United States' "unfair" treatment of…

The Economic Times

Strait of Hormuz: Iran-U.S. war is far from over. Here's why

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it had targeted the Ali Al Salem air base, which hosts U.S. forces in Kuwait, and the U.S. Navy’s 5th Fleet in Bahrain, according to the state-run IRNA news agency. The U.S. military said there were no reports of harm to U.S. personnel.

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Iran vows ‘crushing’ response if US returns to war

TEHRAN - Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned on Saturday of a “crushing” response if Washington resumes hostilities, after US media reports raised the prospect of new strikes.

Evening Standard

Oil price declines amid reports of new Iran offer

The FTSE 100 closed down 14.89 points, or 0.1%, at 10,363.93.

The Independent UK

The Latest: Iran proposes to reopen Strait of Hormuz without nuclear agreement

Iran has offered to end its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz without addressing its nuclear program

International Business Times

Iranian Foreign Minister Heads To Pakistan But Not For U.S. Talks, Media Says

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is heading to Pakistan on Friday, but not for talks with the United States, Iranian state media IRNA reported.

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The Times of India

‘Betrayed diplomacy’: Iran President Pezeshkian flags US 'bullying' in call to Pak PM Sharif

Iran's President Pezeshkian rejected a second round of US peace talks, citing "bullying" and "unreasonable behaviour" during negotiations. He warned of increased suspicion and potential "betrayal of diplomacy" due to US actions and rhetoric. Tehran blamed Washington for excessive demands and "constant contradictions," highlighting ongoing naval incidents as obstacles to…

The Times of India

'Blockade main obstacle': Iran rejects second round of talks with US in Pakistan

Iran has rejected further peace talks with the United States, citing excessive demands, shifting positions, and ongoing naval confrontations. Tehran blames Washington's "coercive measures," including a naval blockade and recent maritime incidents, for the breakdown in diplomacy and a negative atmosphere for negotiations.

The Independent UK

Trump says US has seized Iranian cargo ship after Tehran ‘rejects’ peace talks

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Radio France Internationale

French couple held in Iran 'free and on their way to France', says Macron

Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris, two French nationals held in Iran since 2022, are on their way back home, President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday, following their release in November after more than three years in prison on espionage charges.

Euronews

'Only the president knows' what he will do on Iran, White House says in statement

Trump had threatened to target Iranian infrastructure unless Tehran agreed a deal to end the war on Tuesday, saying he was "considering blowing everything up and taking over the oil."

Axios

Iran sends "maximalist" peace plan response as Trump deadline looms

Trump told reporters Iran's response was "significant" but "not good enough."

Kiplinger

Stocks Are Mixed Despite a Huge Oil Move: Stock Market Today

Stocks and oil continue to rise and fall with the ebb and flow of news from the White House and the Middle East.

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