Albania warned EU accession at risk over Jared Kushner-backed resort plans Proposed development of protected shorelines and wildlife zones violates EU environmental policy, says MEP The Guardian - UK · Jul 1
'Not military maps, but maple trees': New book details how Trump signed off on Iran war, then ordered landscaping US President Donald Trump was actively pursuing nuclear diplomacy with Iran even as military plans for an attack were being finalised, according to a new book that offers a detailed account of how negotiations collapsed and strikes followed. The Times of India · Jul 1
S&P Futures Slip With Focus on U.S. ADP Jobs Report and Warsh’s Remarks September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are down -0.27% this morning, starting the third quarter on a cautious note as investors await remarks from Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh and a new round of U.S. economic data at a time when bets on Fed rate hikes are ramping up. Barchart · Jul 1
Cargo ship 'runs aground' in Strait of Hormuz amid US-Iran peace talks A SHIP has run aground in the Strait of Hormuz after not taking Iran’s approved route through the water, Iranian state television reported. The National (Scotland) · Jul 1
Container ship ‘runs aground in Strait of Hormuz’ Comes as Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were in Doha, Qatar, for talks with mediators The Independent UK · Jul 1
Iran-US war latest: Trump dismisses fears of renewed combat as Qatar cites ‘positive progress’ in deadlocked talks Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff were in Qatar to discuss the state of negotiations with mediators The Independent UK · Jul 1
Iran announces end of indirect talks with US in Doha Iran's deputy foreign minister on Wednesday announced that indirect talks with the US in Doha had concluded. US President Donald Trump said earlier that his negotiators were making progress towards the denuclearisation of Iran following a series of “good meetings”. Read our blog to see how the day's events unfolded. France 24 · Jul 1
Iran Refuses To Meet Trump Envoys, Signals Plans To Control Strait Of Hormuz In Fresh Challenge To US-Brokered Peace Efforts On Tuesday, Iran ruled out direct talks with senior U.S. officials despite Washington’s latest diplomatic push, underscoring deep divisions over a fragile ceasefire and the future of one of the world’s most critical oil transit routes. Benzinga · Jul 1
Talks in Qatar after US-Iran deal: What we know DOHA - US envoys met with Qatari mediators on Tuesday in Doha to discuss negotiations with Iran, the Gulf state said, after Tehran and Washington agreed a memorandum of understanding this month to halt the Middle East war. Bangkok Post · Jul 1
Iran shuts door on US peace talks, insists Hormuz stays under its control Iran has refused to meet with top US envoys, casting doubt on peace prospects. Disagreements persist over a ceasefire and terms for lifting the Strait of Hormuz blockade. While shipping has partially resumed, Iran insists on controlling traffic and imposing tolls, a stance the US opposes. The conflict's impact on… The Economic Times · Jul 1
US envoys met with mediators in Qatar, talks with Iran up in the air US envoys met Qatari mediators in Doha on Tuesday for discussions on negotiations with Iran, even as both Tehran and Doha dismissed President Donald Trump's suggestion that direct US – Iran talks were taking place. The meetings come as both sides seek to implement a memorandum of understanding aimed at… France 24 · Jun 30
US envoys Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner meeting mediators in Doha US envoys, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are in Doha for talks with Qatari mediators concerning regional issues, notably Iran, Lebanon, and the ongoing Middle East conflict. While discussions will touch upon Iran, direct high-level negotiations between the US and Iran are not scheduled. Technical delegations are present to… The Economic Times · Jun 30
'No direct US-Iran talks': Top US envoys reach Doha for Qatar-mediated negotiations In Doha, US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner engaged with Qatari mediators to discuss Iran negotiations. They learned from both Qatar and Iran that no direct meetings would take place between US and Iranian officials, contradicting President Trump's earlier assertions. Instead, the conversations, organized by Qatar, will prioritize implementing… The Times of India · Jun 30
Daily protests in Albania continue against Trump family-linked resort project Prime Minister Rama has vowed not to ‘step back’ from the development, defending his administration's environmental record The Independent UK · Jun 30
Euronews · Jun 30 US envoys Witkoff and Kushner land in Qatar for fresh Iran war talks Qatar said Trump's envoys arrived on Tuesday to meet mediators on "all regional issues," as Tehran confirmed sending its own delegation to Doha this week but denied agreeing to meet US counterparts "at any level". The visit follows four days of strikes in the Strait of Hormuz that paused on…
France 24 · Jun 30 Iran prioritises diplomacy with US but remains ‘prepared for war’, top negotiator says Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Tuesday said that Iran was pursuing dialogue with the United States, but remained ready for war if the “dialogue is not implemented”. Representatives from Washington and Tehran are in Qatar for indirect talks about implementing the initial deal to end the US-Israeli war…
The Economic Times · Jun 30 US and Iran negotiators head to Doha, but meeting uncertain Doha is set to host crucial talks between Iran and the U.S. this week, though Tehran denies any scheduled meetings with American officials. Weekend missile exchanges tested a fragile ceasefire, disrupting global oil flows. The U.S. delegation, led by Jared Kushner, aims to address the conflict, while Iran insists on…
France 24 · Jun 29 Trump says Iran requested Doha meeting as Tehran denies direct US talks US President Donald Trump said on Monday Iran had requested a meeting in Doha on Tuesday, despite Tehran denying direct negotiations with Washington. Trump said the talks would occur in Qatar, while the White House said US envoy Steve Witkoff and adviser Jared Kushner would travel there for high-level meetings.
The Times of India · Jun 28 From free public property to arrest immunity: Trump-backed Gaza board seeks sweeping powers A UN-backed Gaza governing board, championed by Donald Trump, is pushing for extensive legal immunity for its members, staff, and contractors. The draft resolution, obtained by The Guardian, also seeks free public property for the board's operations. This move raises concerns among legal experts about potential property confiscation, while clarity…
The Independent UK · Jun 28 Meet Albania’s ‘Flamingo Revolution’: The group fighting the Jared Kushner-linked development The protests include all ages of Albanian’s
The Guardian - US · Jun 27 Trump’s Board of Peace plans to grant itself sweeping immunity, documents show Draft resolution seeks to shield board members and security forces from potential prosecution for work in Gaza
France 24 · Jun 26 Kushner-backed luxury resort sparks outrage, dividing Albanian population In Albania, a widespread protest movement is underway against the current government. The demonstrations erupted after construction began on a luxury resort in a nature reserve in the southwest of the country. The real estate project is spearheaded by Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, and his wife Ivanka.…
The Conversation · Jun 26 Cracks in European unity emerge over Ukraine and security When Donald Trump signed the memorandum of understanding (MoU) in Versailles on June 17 after the G7 summit, it dominated the headlines around the world. This is no more than you’d expect. The 60-day ceasefire, which – despite a few wobbles – appears to be largely holding in both Iran…
The Conversation · Jun 25 Why a development project linked to Donald Trump’s son-in-law has rocked Albania Thousands of Albanians have been taking to the streets of their capital, Tirana, for over three weeks now to oppose a luxury coastal resort project backed by Jared Kushner, the son‑in‑law of the US president, Donald Trump. The €4 billion (£3.5 billion) development will be constructed on southern Albania’s unspoiled…
France 24 · Jun 24 Albania's 'Flamingo Revolution': Will protests stop Trump family luxury resort plan? Can citizens of Albania – population 2.4 million – push back against their own government and the Trump family? Albanians are accusing the US president’s son-in-law and his wife of capitalizing on their connections to build a luxury resort on protected coastline along the Adriatic Sea. Launching what activists have…