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Fresh US-Iran talks are ‘last chance’ for Tehran to avoid war escalating, Trump says

US president expects negotiations to begin in next day or two but Iran says it is not reviving talks with Washington

The Guardian - UK · Aug 3

First Thing: Trump promises new Iran talks as Tehran touts Hormuz shipping deal with Oman

US president says he called off another US attack on Iran as part of a push for an agreement. Plus why Pokémon Go is still bring global joy 10 years on

The Guardian - UK · Aug 3

Indian rupee ends flat as robust importer hedging blunts oil price relief

The Indian rupee finished slightly lower at the close on Monday, pulling back from an early surge. Demand for dollars from importers and state banks intensified, countering the fall in oil prices. Meanwhile, global equities gained ground ahead of the scheduled discussions between Washington and Tehran. The dollar index maintained…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Oil tumbles as Trump cancels attack on Iran to reach nuclear deal

Oil prices dropped significantly on Monday after President Trump paused new Iran attacks. He seeks a swift agreement to halt Tehran's nuclear program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This move follows a month of over twenty percent price jumps due to renewed conflict. OPEC+ approved an oil production increase,…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Trump's closest Gulf allies are frustrated with his Iran war strategy: Report

Gulf nations are frustrated by the lack of a clear US strategy against Iran, fearing further strikes on their energy facilities. While the UAE favours military escalation, Saudi Arabia and Qatar are pushing for diplomatic solutions to secure a ceasefire and reopen the critical Strait of Hormuz, a key oil…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Trump says Iran talks set for Monday as Tehran and Oman discuss strait of Hormuz deal

The US president did not provide details of where Monday meeting would take place or who would be involved

The Guardian - AU · Aug 3

Trump Calls Off ‘Massive Attack’ on Iran as Talks Resume: Dow Futures Gain 204 Points, Oil Plunges Nearly 5%

Late Sunday, U.S. stock futures moved higher and crude prices tumbled as President Donald Trump said he had called off a planned attack on Iran and would resume negotiations with Tehran on Monday.

Benzinga · Aug 3

Trump says new Iran talks set to start on Monday after calling off massive attack

US Iran news: New negotiations between the US and Iran will begin Monday to end the ongoing war. Talks will focus on the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's denuclearization efforts. Oil prices dropped as the announcement of these new talks was made. Iran is nearing a deal with Oman over…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

US Iran war: Explosion reported near tanker off Oman coast, crew safe, UKMTO says

An explosion occurred near a tanker off Oman's coast, with all crew safe. Maritime authorities are investigating this incident and advising vessels to exercise caution. Iran and Oman are nearing completion of talks regarding the Strait of Hormuz management. The United States and Israel have agreed to defer planned military…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

'We'll see how it goes': Trump says Iran talks to begin Monday after halting planned strikes

US President Donald Trump announced negotiations with Iran would begin Monday. Diplomatic efforts involving Gulf nations prompted the halt of planned US military strikes. Mediators are working to revive an understanding regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Trump expressed hope for a negotiated settlement on denuclearisation and the waterway. Iranian officials,…

The Times of India · Aug 3