'We've lost the keys': Iranian embassies troll Trump's vulgar post to 'open strait' US President Donald Trump swore in frustration, and Iranian embassies across the world had a field day. The Times of India · Apr 6
‘God was watching us’: Donald Trump hails rescue of pilots from Iran, warns media over leak - top quotes As a 48-hour deadline for Iran approaches, President Trump warned the nation could be "taken out in one night." He detailed a complex rescue operation for two downed airmen, involving over 170 US military aircraft and facing close-range gunfire. Trump also vowed to identify a source who leaked details of… The Times of India · Apr 6
Exxon Mobil Stock Is Trading on an Iran War Thesis. How Should You Play XOM Here? Exxon Mobil’s rally is riding a war premium built on Middle East supply risk and a tanker‑insurance backstop, but underneath that trade investors still have record upstream volumes, early Yellowtail startup, and robust operating cash flow. Barchart · Apr 6
Donald Trump boasts plans to terrorize Iran without shame President Donald Trump threatened to commit war crimes against Iran on Easter Sunday. Trump, in a fit of rage, promised to bomb civilian infrastructure throughout the country if Iran refuses to open the Strait of Hormuz. The Mary Sue · Apr 6
No dude left behind: Donald Trump toots US success while warning Iran 'surrender or else…' US President Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, threatening further destruction if they don't capitulate by his deadline. Amidst growing domestic unease about a potential quagmire, the US conducted a complex rescue mission for a downed airman, involving advanced technology and significant financial costs. Iran's claims of capturing personnel… The Times of India · Apr 6
In a staggering twist, Americans are wasting $240M a day extra on gas, totaling $8.4B since the Iran War began Since the Iran war began, fuel prices soared all over the world. Iran’s ironclad control of the Strait of Hormuz has driven prices up. But how much are Americans spending on average for fuel since the war? The Mary Sue · Apr 6
Key Fed official sees possible rate hike amid higher gas prices, inflation concerns A top Federal Reserve official said Monday that an interest rate hike could be appropriate if inflation remains persistently above the central bank’s 2% target, the latest sign that some policymakers are moving away from a bias toward reducing borrowing costs The Independent UK · Apr 6
Trump has $377 million to spend on further White House renovations this year, figures show President Donald Trump has already made a swathe of changes to the executive mansion in Washington, D.C., and has the funding in place to continue to indulge his passion for interior design The Independent UK · Apr 6
The world can’t wait for Donald Trump to leave office Letters: Mary Evans, Aidan Walker and Ruth Baker on Simon Jenkins’ suggestion for how to deal with the US president Phoebe Merrick and John Spencer on religion and war, Rev Canon John Longuet-Higgins on Trump’s expletive-laden threat to Iran, and Diana Francis on US bases in Britain The Guardian - UK · Apr 6
Trump jabs at Starmer over Iran war: ‘We don’t want Neville Chamberlain’ IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 6
Iran sends "maximalist" peace plan response as Trump deadline looms Trump told reporters Iran's response was "significant" but "not good enough." Axios · Apr 6
Polymarket apologizes after letting users bet on downed U.S. pilots in Iran: 'It should not have been posted' Prediction market bets on outcomes of the war in Iran have sparked ethical concerns. Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan said similar markets create “more money, more problems.” Fortune · Apr 6
Trump Says Iranian Counterproposal To End The War Is 'Not Good Enough' As Deadline To Attack Power Plants And Bridges Nears President Donald Trump said on Monday that Iran's counterproposal to end the war is "not good enough" as his deadline to attack infrastructure including power plants and bridges continues to near. International Business Times · Apr 6
The Times of India · Apr 6 'Will pay a big price': Trump's warning for 'group' that kept guns US sent to Iran protesters President Trump issued a stern warning to Iran, setting a 48-hour deadline regarding the Strait of Hormuz. He revealed that weapons intended for Iranian protestors were intercepted by those they were sent to. Trump also stated that Iran's recent proposal for a ceasefire was insufficient, emphasizing that the conflict could…
The Independent UK · Apr 6 Trump makes bold Iran war claim and rants about bombs at family Easter event IN FULL
Tom’s Guide · Apr 6 ‘Complete and utter annihilation’: Iran issues warning over OpenAI's Stargate AI data center in Abu Dhabi worth $30 billion In a video message released by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the military group threatens to strike OpenAI’s $30B Stargate data center in Abu Dhabi
Fortune · Apr 6 Wall Street knows something about Trump and Iran: Both sides are running out of time Strait of Hormuz traffic saw an uptick over a volatile weekend.
Fortune · Apr 6 ‘Skunk at the party’: Jamie Dimon warns of recession risks amid ongoing wars—but also stagflation The JPMorgan Chase CEO laid out the possibility of recessionary, and even stagflationary, forces stemming from ongoing wars.
Fortune · Apr 6 Jamie Dimon defends the U.S. war on Iran—and warns it’s pushing the economy into uncharted territory In prior years, the JPMorgan CEO warned about economic hurricanes and banking crises. This year, it’s about the unraveling global order itself.
Bored Panda · Apr 6 Iranian General’s Niece Arrested After Showing Off Glamorous Lifestyle In Los Angeles Hamideh Soleimani Afshar documented her glitzy life on social media, posting photos of opulent holidays, expensive cars, and lavish parties.
The Independent UK · Apr 6 Trump targets Starmer with ‘Neville Chamberlain’ jibe as strained UK-US relationship rumbles on Sir Keir has said he will not ‘buckle under pressure’
Evening Standard · Apr 6 Trump aims ‘Neville Chamberlain’ jibe at PM during Easter celebration At an Easter event at the White House on Monday, the US president told reporters the UK had ‘a long way to go’.
The Independent UK · Apr 6 Trump’s White House Easter event gets weird as Trump focuses on Iran war and shows off his arch plans Annual event is traditionally a nonpartisan celebration with activities for children and families
The Independent UK · Apr 6 Trump calls Americans ‘foolish’ for opposing Iran war as children’s Easter Egg roll gets political Donald Trump said Americans who oppose the war in Iran are “foolish” as the White House Easter Egg roll turned political.