'Hoarding has stopped': Albanese reveals fuel levels Australia's fuel supply will be stable until at least July, despite volatility in the oil market due to the Iran war, the prime minister has confirmed. AAP · May 25
'Not like the one made by Obama': Donald Trump says their Iran deal is 'exact opposite' US President Donald Trump declared any future Iran deal under his leadership would be "good and proper," contrasting it with the Obama-era agreement. He asserted his proposed deal would prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons, unlike the previous one which he claims provided significant funds and a path to a… The Times of India · May 25
Marco Rubio accuses Hezbollah of trying to 'drag Lebanon back into chaos' US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has accused Hezbollah of seeking to destabilize Lebanon. Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem stated people have the right to protest Israeli actions and US sanctions. The US is negotiating a deal with Iran that could impact the conflict. Israel continues strikes in Lebanon, and Hezbollah… The Economic Times · May 25
‘No dust, no dollars’: Iranian journalist claims Trump greenlit a deal, and then Netanyahu called and flipped the table The Tel Aviv veto? We Got This Covered · May 25
Asian shares mostly gain and oil prices fall after Trump says peace talks on Iran war are proceeding Asian shares are mostly higher and oil prices have plunged after U.S. President Donald Trump said talks on ending the war with Iran are progressing AAP · May 25
US expresses regret on failure to get consensus in Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty The US expressed deep regret that states party to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) failed to reach a consensus on a final document at the conclusion of the 2026 Review Conference, specifically criticising the "inability of some NPT States Parties to take Iran's threat to global nonproliferation seriously," Al Jazeera… The Economic Times · May 25
Britain's navy prepares to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz while waiting for a peace deal British sailors are on standby aboard RFA Lyme Bay for a mine-clearing mission in the Strait of Hormuz. This operation awaits a peace agreement between Iran and its allies. The UK and France are leading the potential international effort. Advanced technology will be used to detect and neutralize mines. The… The Economic Times · May 25
‘Back and forth’ delays Iran deal, White House says agreement still not sealed: Report US officials express caution regarding a potential Iran deal, suggesting it could still collapse despite progress. Negotiations are ongoing, with key details like uranium disposal and frozen assets remaining points of contention. While Iran aims to reassure the world about its nuclear program, both sides emphasize safeguarding national interests, with… The Times of India · May 25
Oil prices dip after Trump says peace talks on Iran war are proceeding Trump stated that negotiations with Iran were ‘proceeding in an orderly and constructive manner’ The Independent UK · May 25
Trump Orders Negotiators to Take Their Time Closing a Deal with Iran as the World Teeters on Economic Collapse President Trump advises patience in US-Iran negotiations, maintaining a blockade at the Strait of Hormuz, amid escalating tensions and economic concerns in the Middle East. International Business Times UK · May 25
When wars destroy heritage, women lose more than monuments – new research As conflict continues in Ukraine, Gaza, Iran and elsewhere, the cost is being recorded not only in deaths and displacement, but also in ruined libraries, mosques, churches, museums, archives and historic neighbourhoods. The Conversation · May 25
FED:Oil slips, Aussie shares advance on peace deal hopes Crude prices have dropped at the open, as the US and Iran reportedly inch toward a peace deal and several oil and gas tankers exit a key shipping lane. AAP · May 25
Australian shares advance on US-Iran deal optimism Oil prices have started the week sharply lower, boosting risk sentiment and local equities, led by miners, IT stocks and consumer discretionaries. AAP · May 25
The Economic Times · May 25 Is Donald Trump losing Iran war? Strait of Hormuz holds key Donald Trump is now at risk of seeing the U.S. and its Gulf Arab allies emerge from the conflict worse off while Iran, though battered militarily and economically.
The Economic Times · May 25 White House shooting may be message to Trump regarding Iran, says expert A shooting outside the White House could signal a message about the US Iran deal. Foreign affairs expert Waiel Awwad believes this event may influence President Trump's decision on war or peace. The US is also looking to supply Venezuela oil to India. Marco Rubio's visit aims to improve India-US…
The Economic Times · May 25 Oil Price Today (May 25): Crude oil hits 2-week low as US-Iran peace deal moves closer. Is the worst behind? Oil prices dipped to two-week lows as U.S.-Iran peace talks showed progress, potentially reopening the vital Strait of Hormuz. Despite optimism, significant hurdles remain, with disruptions continuing to impact global oil supplies. Analysts caution that even with a deal, full normalization could take months, with potential impacts extending for years.
The Guardian - US · May 25 Trump news at a glance: President defends himself from Republicans over moves towards Iran deal President insists ‘I don’t make bad deals!’ as hawks from his own party call proposed agreement a disaster – key US politics stories from Sunday 24 May at a glance
Bangkok Post · May 25 Deadly Israeli strikes pound south, east Lebanon BEIRUT - Israeli strikes pounded south and east Lebanon on Sunday despite a ceasefire as Hezbollah's chief expressed hope for an agreement between Iran and the United States to end the Middle East war that includes Lebanon.
The Economic Times · May 25 Gold rises on weaker dollar as investor weigh US-Iran peace deal prospects Gold prices surged over 1 percent on Monday. A weaker dollar and falling oil prices provided support. Investors are closely watching U.S.-Iran peace talks. Hopes for a breakthrough were tempered by U.S. President Donald Trump's comments. Oil prices hit two-week lows amid optimism for a peace deal. Other precious metals…
The Economic Times · May 25 Hardline Republicans slam Trump’s emerging plan to end Iran war President Donald Trump's proposed deal to end the Iran war is facing strong opposition from some Republicans. Critics worry the terms might allow Iran to develop nuclear weapons and control vital shipping lanes. Trump defends the deal, stating it is the opposite of the Obama-era agreement and that time is…
The Economic Times · May 25 Trump says any Iran deal will involve 'no cash', differ from Obama-era agreement Donald Trump outlined his vision for a future Iran deal. He emphasized no financial concessions would be made, contrasting it with the Obama administration's agreement. Trump asserted his proposed deal would prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Senator Lindsey Graham supported Trump's strategy, linking it to expanding the Abraham Accords.