The Latest Breaking News from Iran

Democrats shut down DHS funding deal from Republicans as standoff continues

Republicans’ proposal would restart almost all of DHS operations but excluded key reforms that Democrats want

The Guardian - US · Mar 25

Save Our Sites: UNESCO warns 'priceless' Iranian heritage is being destroyed by war

As the war in the Middle East continues, cultural and historical sites in the region are increasingly under threat sparking renewed calls from Middle East states and UNESCO for help protecting heritage sites.

Euronews · Mar 25

'I may call up the national guard': Trump rants amid Iran tensions; blames Democrats for immigration, airport chaos

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday accused Democrats of attempting to “create inner chaos” to distract from what he described as a “great military achievement” in Iran, while also escalating his rhetoric on immigration and signaling he may deploy the National Guard to address issues at airports.

The Times of India · Mar 25

Crude Oil Prices Fall on the Outlook for a US-Iran Truce

May WTI crude oil (CLK26 ) today is down -3.26 (-3.53%), and May RBOB gasoline (RBK26 ) is down -0.1412 (-4.56%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are sharply lower today in hopes that US-Iran diplomacy can end the war in Iran. Also, the unexpected increase in weekly EIA crude inventories...

Barchart · Mar 25

Voices: Readers on how to tackle soaring bills in wake of Iran war – from ‘going electric’ to ‘holding back’ on travel

YOUR VIEWS: Our community is divided on how to tackle rising energy costs, with many warning support is limited by public finances while others call for policy changes or personal behaviour shifts in the face of a global crisis

The Independent UK · Mar 25

Iran rejects Washington's 15-point plan and escalates attacks on Israel and Gulf

Tehran claimed on Wednesday it has rejected a US ceasefire plan, as it ramped up attacks on Israel and Gulf states and proposed its own terms, including reparations and control of Hormuz.

Euronews · Mar 25

‘Trump will not dictate end of war’: Iran dismisses US' 15-point de-escalation proposal, counters with its own 5 demands

Iran has rejected a US peace proposal, stating it will end the conflict only on its own terms and timeline. Tehran demands a halt to attacks, guarantees against future wars, war damage compensation, an end to regional hostilities, and sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.

The Times of India · Mar 25

Jimmy Kimmel on Trump’s election integrity push: ‘Like Bill Cosby telling you he’ll watch your drink for you’

Late-night hosts discussed Trump’s restrictive voting bill, ICE agents at US airports and a mysterious ‘gift’ from Iran

The Guardian - US · Mar 25

Stocks Climb on Hopes of US-Iran Diplomacy

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.83%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.86%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +1.06%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.81%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Barchart · Mar 25

Saudi Arabia’s high-stakes Iran gamble is starting to unravel

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The Times of India · Mar 25