Pakistan is continuing to mediate between the United States and Iran, with indirect ceasefire talks still alive despite mounting tensions between the sides.
Iraq’s President Names Political Newcomer to Form Government
After months of tensions and pressure from both the U.S. and Iran, Ali al-Zaidi, a businessman, was named as prime minister-designate.
Treasury freezes $344M in crypto as ‘Operation Economic Fury’ pushes Iran to industrial breaking point
The Treasury froze $344M in Iran-linked crypto, escalating pressure as officials warn Tehran could lose $170M daily with oil exports nearing disruption.
Can Russia serve as an economic lifeline for Iran amid the Hormuz blockade?
Analysts say that Moscow could offer a ‘lifeline’ but logistical issues, costs offer little incentive in the long-run.
Can Russia serve as an economic lifeline for Iran amid the Hormuz blockade?
Analysts say that Moscow could offer a ‘lifeline’ but logistical issues, costs offer little incentive in the long-run.
Flying cars and 5-minute charges: China’s EV industry sees opportunity in Iran crisis
As the US-Iran war has sent the world scrambling for fuel, China is positioned to benefit from its rapid shift into electric vehicles.
US imposes sanctions on 35 individuals, entities for aiding Iran’s sanctions evasions
By Andrea Shalal and Timothy Gardner WASHINGTON, April 28 (Reuters) – The U.S. government ratcheted up pressure on Tehran on Tuesday, imposing sanctions on 35 entities and individuals for their roles in Iran’s shadow banking sector,
US imposes sanctions on 35 individuals, entities for aiding Iran’s sanctions evasions
By Andrea Shalal and Timothy Gardner WASHINGTON, April 28 (Reuters) – The U.S. government ratcheted up pressure on Tehran on Tuesday, imposing sanctions on 35 entities and individuals for their roles in Iran’s shadow banking sector,
Live updates: United Arab Emirates says it will exit OPEC, while US-Iran negotiations stall
The United Arab Emirates said Tuesday it will exit OPEC, while the Trump administration seemed unlikely to accept Iran’s offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the U.S. ends its blockade and the war.
BofA unpacks why AI could offset Iran war-fueled inflation
The stock market has hit a string of record highs even without a US-Iran peace deal. BofA says markets may be pricing in AI-driven disinflation.