Trump pushes Iran deal for weekend signing, but Tehran holds back
What's new: Iran said key text is drafted but no final decision has been made, even as oil fell and stocks rose on hopes for a truce.
BBC News (US & Canada), BBC News (World) +9
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#Nuclear
Trump halts planned US strikes as interim Iran deal nears
Why it matters: The draft would ease pressure on Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz while leaving nuclear disputes for later talks.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times +5
US, Iran move toward deal within days on nuclear steps, Hormuz
What's next: The draft would pair inspections and sanctions relief with reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but US officials say signing is not certain.
Bloomberg, CNBC
US rejects leaked Iran deal terms as draft talks near accord
What's new: Washington says sanctions relief and frozen funds would come only after Iran meets its obligations.
The Straits Times, The Hill
Trump halts Iran strikes, ties Hormuz reopening to peace deal
What's next: Trump said a signing could come within days, while Tehran has not yet given a formal response.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times +1
Vance puts US goals above Israel as Iran nuclear talks advance
What's new: He said Tehran is offering "real things" in negotiations and warned US policy will follow American interests, not Israeli aims.
Fox News, The Hill
Trump puts Iran war deal 2 to 3 days away as oil slips
What's new: Brent fell 1.3% and U.S. crude 1.8% after Trump said the Strait of Hormuz would reopen once a deal is reached.
Bloomberg, CNBC +1
Trump defended Iran war, denied it broke his ‘no new wars’ vow
What's new: He argued the conflict is not an “endless war” because it began Feb. 28 and has lasted three months.
The New York Times, PBS NewsHour +2
US pushes IAEA resolution over Iran’s bombed nuclear sites
What’s new: The draft demands access and a full accounting of uranium stocks, but stops short of seeking a UN Security Council referral.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times
Iran talks stall as strikes test truce and Hormuz deal
What's new: Tehran reported no tangible progress, even as Trump pushed for a weekend breakthrough and Gulf tensions flared again.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times +1