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The UAE exited OPEC, potentially altering global oil governance. The UAE’s exit marks a potential turning point for global oil governance.
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In Packed Cafes, Iranians Yearn to Escape War’s Wreckage
Iranians gather in cafes to discuss hopes and fears. Cafes and coffee shops give Iranians affordable places to talk about their hopes, fears and the cost of living as well as to seek company in uncertain times.
Trump "not satisfied" with new peace deal offered by Iran as standoff's costs multiply
Iran proposed new talks with the US to end the war. The standoff's costs are increasing. Live Updates: Iran offers new proposal for talks with U. S. to end war as standoff's costs multiply CBS News.
US imposes new Iran sanctions, warns against paying Hormuz tolls
The US imposed new sanctions on Iran, targeting its ability to move funds. The US Treasury Secretary said it will “relentlessly target the regime’s ability to generate, move, and repatriate funds.”.
Trump says he doesn't need congressional authorization for military operations in Iran, citing
Trump stated he does not need congressional approval for military operations in Iran. Trump says he doesn't need congressional authorization for military operations in Iran, citing ceasefire NBC News.
A deadline for the Iran war is here. What does the War Powers Act say?
The War Powers Act deadline for the Iran war is here. The act requires presidential reporting.
Trump ‘Not Satisfied’ With Iran’s Proposal on Ending War
Iran has sent a new proposal for peace talks with the US, state media reported. Details of the plan were unclear. President Trump had expressed dissatisfaction with a previous Iranian proposal.
Israel Said to Have Helped Defend Emirates in Iran War With Iron Dome
Israel reportedly helped defend the UAE with its Iron Dome missile defense system during the Iran war. The Emirates bore the brunt of Iran's retaliatory attacks on Gulf countries. It appeared to be the first time the missile defense system was sent to an Arab country.
Trump Unhappy With New Iran Offer, Threatens To "Blast Them To Hell"
Former US President Trump expressed dissatisfaction with a new Iran offer, threatening to launch further strikes. Trump refused to confirm whether he would take military action. Trump refused to say whether he would launch more strikes.
Poll finds 61 percent of Americans believe attacking Iran was a mistake
A poll found 61 percent of Americans believe attacking Iran was a mistake. Poll finds that Americans are concerned about impact of the war on the cost of living and sceptical of success thus far.
Trump says 'not satisfied' with new Iran proposal
US President Trump expressed dissatisfaction with a new Iran proposal. The US President warned Iran he could “blast them to hell” if no deal is reached, following reports that Iran had proposed new talks.
Trump 'not satisfied' with Iran's latest proposal to end war with U.S.
Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Iran's proposal to end the war with the US. He did not elaborate on the shortcomings. He did not elaborate on what he saw as shortcomings in the proposal received by Pakistani mediators.
Israeli authorities taking 2 activists who led Gaza-bound flotilla to Israel for questioning
Israeli authorities took two Gaza-bound flotilla leaders to Israel for questioning. Protests erupted in Rome and Athens. Protests in solidarity with the flotilla erupted across several capitals including in Rome, Athens and Istanbul.
Trump announces 25 percent tariffs on European Union cars, trucks
Trump announced 25 percent tariffs on European Union cars and trucks. US president says EU 'not complying' with current trade deal; launches latest tariffs amid global economic uncertainty.
U.S.'s Hormuz coalition 'not in competition' with France, U.K.-led bid: French FM
French Foreign Minister said the US-led Hormuz coalition is not in competition with a separate maritime effort led by the UK and France. The two groups have held talks with over 50 countries.
Ukraine plans army pay hikes, phased discharge
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced army pay hikes and phased discharge to boost morale. The Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced reforms to boost morale and address military complaints about exhaustion and uneven workloads on the frontline.
US Warns Shippers Against Paying Hormuz Toll, Threatens Sanctions Risks
The US warned shippers against paying a toll to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, threatening potential sanctions. The strategically vital waterway is a critical route for global trade. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most strategically vital maritime routes.
Leclerc fastest in Miami Grand Prix practice
Charles Leclerc led the Miami Grand Prix practice with the fastest time.
TV viewing figures must be next big push for F1 in America, says Brown
McLaren CEO Zak Brown says F1 needs to increase TV viewing figures in America.
Cuban Dies In US Immigration Custody In Suspected Suicide: Report
A Cuban man died in US immigration custody in a suspected suicide. Deaths of immigrants in ICE custody reached a two-decade high last year.
13 terrorists killed in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa along Afghanistan border
Thirteen terrorists were killed in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. In Mohmand district, movement of a group of khwarij trying to infiltrate through the Pakistan-Afghanistan border was picked up by the security forces.
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