Tehran signals conditional openness while war intensifies, keeping oil markets and global risks on edge.
Iran
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POLITICS
U.S. Proposal Reaches Iran as Pakistan, Turkey Emerge as Mediators
by Daphne Dougnby Daphne DougnTehran signals cautious openness via backchannels, even as it publicly rejects talks with Washington.
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Islamabad steps in as potential mediator as Trump signals progress—while Tehran denies negotiations are underway.
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POLITICS
Trump Issues 48-Hour Ultimatum: US to “Obliterate” Iran’s Power Plants Unless Strait of Hormuz Reopens
by Dean Dougnby Dean DougnUS. President escalates threats as war enters fourth week; Iran strikes near Israel’s nuclear center and Diego Garcia base
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POLITICS
Trump: U.S. Could Exit Iran ‘Right Now’ but Staying Longer Prevents Rebuild
by Daphne Dougnby Daphne DougnU.S President signals strategic patience amid troop buildup; contrasts with Netanyahu’s call for ground role
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POLITICSReviews
Trump Accuses Iran of Using AI Propaganda in War Narrative
by Dean Dougnby Dean DougnClaims of fake attack videos and images highlight growing fears that AI-powered disinformation is becoming a new weapon of war.
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Washington and Tehran dig in as mediation efforts fail and the Hormuz crisis deepens
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U.S. offers massive reward for information on Mojtaba Khamenei and senior IRGC figures, escalating tensions with Tehran.
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Energy markets brace for prolonged conflict as Hormuz disruptions threaten global supply
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Millions of barrels still move through the world’s most critical energy chokepoint as Beijing quietly stockpiles crude