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Trump says the planned trip by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan has been canceled as hopes for Iran peace talks fade. That matters because a stalled back-channel can...
Why it matters: Trump says the planned trip by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan has been canceled as hopes for Iran peace talks fade. That matters because a stalled back-channel can...
Talk is growing that renewed U.S.-Iran negotiations could restart as Tehran’s foreign minister heads out on a regional trip. That matters because even a small shift in diplomacy...
Why it matters: Talk is growing that renewed U.S.-Iran negotiations could restart as Tehran’s foreign minister heads out on a regional trip. That matters because even a small shift in diplomacy...
The White House has shifted from shock-and-awe strikes in Iran to a slower pressure campaign. That change matters because there is still no clear endgame, while the fallout spre...
Why it matters: The White House has shifted from shock-and-awe strikes in Iran to a slower pressure campaign. That change matters because there is still no clear endgame, while the fallout spre...
The fight between the U.S. and Iran has shifted into the Strait of Hormuz, where both sides are testing blockade power at sea. That matters because this narrow waterway is one o...
Why it matters: The fight between the U.S. and Iran has shifted into the Strait of Hormuz, where both sides are testing blockade power at sea. That matters because this narrow waterway is one o...
Trump says Israel did not talk him into war with Iran. That matters because it puts the decision squarely on the U.S. executive branch as the conflict strains support at home. T...
Why it matters: Trump says Israel did not talk him into war with Iran. That matters because it puts the decision squarely on the U.S. executive branch as the conflict strains support at home. T...
Iran-backed Houthi forces are threatening a major Red Sea oil route while drone attacks against U.S. Navy vessels add another layer of danger in the Gulf. That matters because t...
Why it matters: Iran-backed Houthi forces are threatening a major Red Sea oil route while drone attacks against U.S. Navy vessels add another layer of danger in the Gulf. That matters because t...
The U.S. ambassador to the U.N. says Washington will not trust Iran as peace talks move ahead. That matters because the tone of these talks can shape whether diplomacy lowers te...
Why it matters: The U.S. ambassador to the U.N. says Washington will not trust Iran as peace talks move ahead. That matters because the tone of these talks can shape whether diplomacy lowers te...
The U.S. says its Marines took custody of an Iranian-flagged vessel as Iran reportedly rejected peace talks and kept pressure on the Strait of Hormuz. This matters because a shi...
Why it matters: The U.S. says its Marines took custody of an Iranian-flagged vessel as Iran reportedly rejected peace talks and kept pressure on the Strait of Hormuz. This matters because a shi...
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz will stay shut unless the U.S. lifts its pressure on Iranian ports. That is a direct power move in one of the world’s most important shipping lane...
Why it matters: Iran says the Strait of Hormuz will stay shut unless the U.S. lifts its pressure on Iranian ports. That is a direct power move in one of the world’s most important shipping lane...
The U.S. Treasury quietly extended a waiver on sanctions for Russian oil shipments to help ease shortages linked to the Iran war. The move undercuts Scott Bessent’s recent denia...
Why it matters: The U.S. Treasury quietly extended a waiver on sanctions for Russian oil shipments to help ease shortages linked to the Iran war. The move undercuts Scott Bessent’s recent denia...
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial vessels, but its leaders are warning that the route could be threatened again if the U.S. blockade continues. That matters b...
Why it matters: Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial vessels, but its leaders are warning that the route could be threatened again if the U.S. blockade continues. That matters b...
Iran says it will keep the Strait of Hormuz closed again as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in place. That matters because Hormuz is one of the world’s most i...
Why it matters: Iran says it will keep the Strait of Hormuz closed again as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in place. That matters because Hormuz is one of the world’s most i...
Iran says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz after accusing the U.S. Navy of blockading its ports. The fight over this narrow waterway can rattle global shipping, energy prices,...
Why it matters: Iran says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz after accusing the U.S. Navy of blockading its ports. The fight over this narrow waterway can rattle global shipping, energy prices,...
An Ohio brass-instrument factory is shutting down, the FAA is scrambling to hire air traffic controllers, and war in the Middle East is reshaping U.S. oil flows. These are separ...
Why it matters: An Ohio brass-instrument factory is shutting down, the FAA is scrambling to hire air traffic controllers, and war in the Middle East is reshaping U.S. oil flows. These are separ...
Iran’s top negotiator has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz if U.S. blockade pressure continues. That matters because this is not just a war of words. It is a warning abo...
Why it matters: Iran’s top negotiator has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz if U.S. blockade pressure continues. That matters because this is not just a war of words. It is a warning abo...
Lebanon and Israel have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire that could start within hours, according to President Trump. The deal matters because it shows how U.S.-backed diplomacy can...
Why it matters: Lebanon and Israel have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire that could start within hours, according to President Trump. The deal matters because it shows how U.S.-backed diplomacy can...
Trump says a second round of talks with Iran could happen this weekend. The news matters because these talks can reshape the risk of war, sanctions pressure, and global energy s...
Why it matters: Trump says a second round of talks with Iran could happen this weekend. The news matters because these talks can reshape the risk of war, sanctions pressure, and global energy s...
Democrats clashed with the U.S. Energy Secretary over how the Iran war could affect gas prices. The fight matters because it tests whether the administration is telling the publ...
Why it matters: Democrats clashed with the U.S. Energy Secretary over how the Iran war could affect gas prices. The fight matters because it tests whether the administration is telling the publ...
The United States has launched a naval blockade targeting Iranian maritime trade in the Strait of Hormuz. That matters because this is not just a military standoff. It is pressu...
Why it matters: The United States has launched a naval blockade targeting Iranian maritime trade in the Strait of Hormuz. That matters because this is not just a military standoff. It is pressu...
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is still running at a trickle as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports appears to be holding. That matters because this waterway is one of the...
Why it matters: Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is still running at a trickle as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports appears to be holding. That matters because this waterway is one of the...
March inflation ticked up, and CBS News says the war with Iran is part of why prices moved higher. That matters because a foreign conflict is now feeding into the cost of living...
Why it matters: March inflation ticked up, and CBS News says the war with Iran is part of why prices moved higher. That matters because a foreign conflict is now feeding into the cost of living...
The Islamabad summit is aimed at one modest goal: keep US-Iran talks from falling apart. That matters because even a fragile channel between Washington and Tehran can shape sanc...
Why it matters: The Islamabad summit is aimed at one modest goal: keep US-Iran talks from falling apart. That matters because even a fragile channel between Washington and Tehran can shape sanc...
US inflation jumped in March as the war with Iran pushed new uncertainty through oil markets and consumer prices. The latest numbers show how a foreign conflict can quickly hit...
Why it matters: US inflation jumped in March as the war with Iran pushed new uncertainty through oil markets and consumer prices. The latest numbers show how a foreign conflict can quickly hit...
U.S. inflation jumped to 3.3%, its highest level in almost two years, after gas prices spiked on the back of the Iran war. The price shock is moving fast into everyday costs, an...
Why it matters: U.S. inflation jumped to 3.3%, its highest level in almost two years, after gas prices spiked on the back of the Iran war. The price shock is moving fast into everyday costs, an...
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is open, but ships must coordinate with Iranian forces first. That keeps a vital shipping lane moving while leaving Tehran with a hand on the swit...
Why it matters: Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is open, but ships must coordinate with Iranian forces first. That keeps a vital shipping lane moving while leaving Tehran with a hand on the swit...
Gas prices in the U.S. are still elevated even after the Iran ceasefire. That matters because drivers are paying today for a global risk premium that has not cleared out of the...
Why it matters: Gas prices in the U.S. are still elevated even after the Iran ceasefire. That matters because drivers are paying today for a global risk premium that has not cleared out of the...
Trump is using a hard-edged Iran threat to force movement, then pulling back once Tehran gives ground. That matters because when the White House turns crisis language into lever...
Why it matters: Trump is using a hard-edged Iran threat to force movement, then pulling back once Tehran gives ground. That matters because when the White House turns crisis language into lever...
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is closed, and that single claim can rattle oil markets far beyond the Middle East. It matters because a regional air war is now feeding into a gl...
Why it matters: Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is closed, and that single claim can rattle oil markets far beyond the Middle East. It matters because a regional air war is now feeding into a gl...
Trump’s deadline on the Strait of Hormuz turned into a full-blown international showdown at the U.N. The fight now carries the risk of military strikes, shaken shipping routes,...
Why it matters: Trump’s deadline on the Strait of Hormuz turned into a full-blown international showdown at the U.N. The fight now carries the risk of military strikes, shaken shipping routes,...
Oil prices climbed and stocks slipped as traders braced for Trump’s Tuesday deadline on Iran. The market is reacting now because one presidential move can change the temperature...
Why it matters: Oil prices climbed and stocks slipped as traders braced for Trump’s Tuesday deadline on Iran. The market is reacting now because one presidential move can change the temperature...
Gas prices could jump to $5 a gallon if the Strait of Hormuz stays closed, according to a new JPMorgan analysis. The warning matters because one blocked waterway could shake ene...
Why it matters: Gas prices could jump to $5 a gallon if the Strait of Hormuz stays closed, according to a new JPMorgan analysis. The warning matters because one blocked waterway could shake ene...
Trump fired off a profanity-laced ultimatum about Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, and it instantly raised the temperature of a volatile conflict. That matters because a president...
Why it matters: Trump fired off a profanity-laced ultimatum about Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, and it instantly raised the temperature of a volatile conflict. That matters because a president...
Trump is threatening to hit Iran’s power plants and bridges if it does not cut a deal by Tuesday. That puts the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important shipping lane...
Why it matters: Trump is threatening to hit Iran’s power plants and bridges if it does not cut a deal by Tuesday. That puts the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important shipping lane...
The Strait of Hormuz is starting to move again after weeks of war shut it down. That matters because this narrow waterway is one of the world’s most important shipping lanes, an...
Why it matters: The Strait of Hormuz is starting to move again after weeks of war shut it down. That matters because this narrow waterway is one of the world’s most important shipping lanes, an...
The U.S. Secretary of State says sanctions relief on Russian crude is not meant to last. That matters because sanctions are one of the main tools Washington uses to pressure Rus...
Why it matters: The U.S. Secretary of State says sanctions relief on Russian crude is not meant to last. That matters because sanctions are one of the main tools Washington uses to pressure Rus...
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook says the Iran war has made inflation a bigger risk for the U.S. economy. That matters because the Fed may now stay tougher on interest rates,...
Why it matters: Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook says the Iran war has made inflation a bigger risk for the U.S. economy. That matters because the Fed may now stay tougher on interest rates,...