Iran peace proposal includes reparations, US troop exit US President Donald Trump claims he's held off a strike on Iran after Tehran issued a new peace proposal, saying there's "very good chance" of a nuclear deal. AAP · May 19
Trump's tough-talk foreign policy is hitting a wall with Iran as it grips Strait of Hormuz Donald Trump has struggled to secure concessions from Iran despite threats, military pressure and repeated deadlines tied to Tehran’s nuclear and regional policies. Trump on Monday said he had paused planned U.S. strikes at the request of Gulf Arab allies as “serious negotiations” were underway, while warning that military action… The Economic Times · May 19
Trump says US may hit Iran again, claims Tehran wants deal US President Donald Trump said that the United States may need to attack Iran again and claimed that he had been only an hour away from deciding on a fresh strike before he allegedly postponed the attack. Thousands of people have been killed in Iran, Lebanon and the wider Middle… France 24 · May 19
Iran shrugs as Trump continuously flip-flops between threats and extending peace talk deadlines ANALYSIS: Iran has figured out that Trump’s bluster and swirl of social media threats doesn’t matter much so long as they control the Strait of Hormuz, Andrew Feinberg writes The Independent UK · May 18
Iran announces new body to manage Strait of Hormuz as peace talks stall Iran announced a new body to oversee the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, signalling tighter control over the strategic waterway after months of disruption linked to its war with the United States and Israel. Tehran says the authority will manage maritime traffic and provide updates as tolls and restrictions reshape… France 24 · May 18
Trump: I called off attack on Iran planned for Tuesday The US president said he had been asked to do so by the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates as "serious negotiations are now taking place." Euronews · May 18
Photos of a mass wedding and a colorful missile at Tehran's 'Sacrifice for Iran' ceremony The Iranian government held a mass wedding as part of its “Sacrifice for Iran” event in Tehran amid regional tensions. It combined traditional marriage ceremonies with patriotic symbolism such as flags, portraits and a lilac-colored missile. The Independent UK · May 18
US turns down fresh Iranian peace proposal and warns of potential hostilities resumption, reports Axios Iran submitted a new proposal to revive nuclear talks. Senior US officials state it lacks meaningful progress. Washington is considering diplomatic and military options. President Trump expressed frustration with Tehran's stance. The clock is ticking for Iran to show flexibility. The US warns of potential military action if negotiations stall.… The Economic Times · May 18
Trump says attack on Iran put on hold, warns US ready for ‘full, large scale assault’ if no deal reached US President Donald Trump on Monday confirmed that the United States had been preparing to launch a military attack on Iran on Tuesday, but said he had decided to halt the operation after requests from key Gulf leaders as “serious negotiations” with Tehran continue. The Times of India · May 18
London stabbing of journalist ordered by third party acting for Iran, court told Pouria Zeraati, who worked for a dissident Farsi-language broadcaster, was attacked outside his home in 2024 The Guardian - UK · May 18
Trump claims planned attack on Iran postponed after Tehran makes new proposal to end war The US president says plans for a US military strike on Iran have been paused because ‘serious negotiations are now taking place’ The Guardian - UK · May 18
Iran sets up Hormuz transit authority to charge ships for passage Tehran has launched a formal body to manage and charge ships for transit through the Strait of Hormuz in a highly-contested move as tankers pile up in the waterway and peace talks remain deadlocked. Euronews · May 18
Iran Says U.S. Offered Oil Sanctions Relief As Trump Warns "Clock Is Ticking" A report from Iran's semi-official Tasnim News Agency that the United States has offered a temporary waiver on oil sanctions against Tehran briefly cooled global crude markets Monday, even as President Donald Trump warned Iran that time was running out to reach a broader peace deal. Latin Times · May 18
Iranian Media Says U.S. Offered Temporary Waiver On Oil Sanctions Against Tehran Iranian outlet Tasnim reported that the U.S. offered an interim waiver on oil sanctions against the country. International Business Times · May 18
The Economic Times · May 18 Pakistan hands US revised Iranian proposal for ending war Pakistan has shared a revised peace proposal from Iran with the United States. The proposal aims to end the ongoing war in the Middle East. Talks have stalled, and time is running out to bridge differences. Iran is prepared for all scenarios. Drone attacks continue, impacting oil prices and global…
International Business Times · May 18 Trump Threatens Iran With 'Much Harder' Strikes If No Deal Is Reached Soon President Donald Trump threatened Iran as negotiations between the countries remain deadlocked, saying Tehran will be hit "much harder" if no significant progress is achieved soon.
Euronews · May 18 Iran heads to World Cup training camp in Turkey with no US visas issued Iran’s national football team is flying to Turkey amid fears over visa approvals from the United States, with limited preparation and no top-tier friendly matches scheduled.
International Business Times · May 18 Oil Prices Climb As Trump Warns Iran Amid Stalled Diplomacy In 80-Day War A fresh warning from President Donald Trump and reports of rising tensions around the Strait of Hormuz pushed oil prices higher and weighed on global markets Monday as indirect negotiations between Washington and Tehran continued.
The Independent UK · May 18 ‘Are you people crazy?’: Trump blasts Iran for sending peace proposal with ‘no relationship to the deal we made’ Washington and Tehran again ramped up fiery rhetoric as talks reached an impasse
International Business Times UK · May 18 Trump Dismisses Xi Jinping Proposal On Iran Conflict Resolution Amid Global Concern US President Trump has rejected Chinese President Xi's offer to mediate the Iran conflict, adding uncertainty to international negotiations and impacting global markets.
The Economic Times · May 18 Iran officially announces new body to manage Strait of Hormuz: top security council Iran has established a new authority to manage the Strait of Hormuz. This vital waterway has been effectively closed by Tehran, which intends to charge ships for passage. The new body will provide updates on operations and developments. Iran's control over the strait has impacted global markets.
The Independent UK · May 18 Iran is ‘dying to sign a deal’ claims Trump as Tehran makes new demands IN FULL
The Independent UK · May 18 Marjorie Taylor Greene warns of ‘revolution in America’ if Trump sends troops into Iran Former Trump ally has been a hardline opponent of the U.S. war with Iran, questioning the president’s ‘mental state’ days after the opening salvos
The Times of India · May 18 UAE fumes after Iranian attack near nuclear plant, warns of retaliation: 'Won't tolerate threat to security' The UAE strongly condemned a drone strike on its Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, calling it a dangerous escalation and a threat to regional stability. Saudi Arabia also intercepted drones from Iraq. Amidst rising tensions, US President Trump warned Iran to act swiftly, while Tehran threatened retaliation against perceived US-Israeli aggression.
The Economic Times · May 18 Iran fires a fresh threat: After oil, your Insta reels, Amazon deliveries, WhatsApp chats and Netflix streams could be the next target From Whatsapp chats, Insta reels to Amazon deliveries, everything could be hit as Iran is considering imposing fees on undersea internet cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz. This move could impact global technology companies and disrupt international internet traffic. The proposal also suggests restricting cable repair work to Iranian…