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Trump says talks with Iran continue

Trump says talks with Iran continue

June 1 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that talks with Iran were ongoing, despite a report that Tehran had suspended indirect negotiations with the United States to end hostilities.
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Rubio is optimistic on eventual Iran nuclear talks despite congressional skepticism

Rubio is optimistic on eventual Iran nuclear talks despite congressional skepticism

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he's optimistic about the potential for a resumption in nuclear talks with Iran despite a shaky ceasefire in the war that's looking increasingly in doubt
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Trump faces new inflation warning from bond market, adding to midterm challenges

Trump faces new inflation warning from bond market, adding to midterm challenges

The energy price spike triggered by the Iran war has seeped into the price of bonds that help fund the U.S. government, causing interest rates to climb in ways that are worsening affordability pressures, hampering economic growth and creating a new risk for Republicans in November’s midterm elections
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Oil prices rise as new Middle East hostilities flare and talks stall

Oil prices rise as new Middle East hostilities flare and talks stall

By Nicole Jao June 3 (Reuters) - Oil prices climbed more than 1% in early trade on Wednesday as hostilities in the Middle East erupted anew with Iran firing missiles at Kuwait and Bahrain, while diplomatic talks between Iran and the United States showed little progress. 
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Iran studying deal to halt war as stalemate persists

Iran studying deal to halt war as stalemate persists

By Jana Choukeir DUBAI, June 2 (Reuters) - Iran is reviewing a proposed agreement with the United States to halt the war between the two countries, Iran's Mehr news reported on Tuesday, after U.S. President Donald Trump said talks to reach a deal were continuing.  
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President Trump Seeks Amendments in US-Iran Nuclear Deal Amid Ongoing Negotiations

President Trump Seeks Amendments in US-Iran Nuclear Deal Amid Ongoing Negotiations

Negotiations between the United States and Iran over a nuclear agreement are ongoing, with President Trump requesting several amendments to the draft memorandum of understanding (MoU). The amendments focus on securing Iran's highly enriched uranium (HEU) and the operational status of the Strait of Hormuz. The current draft MoU includes a 60-day period for discussing nuclear issues post-signing, but Iran has refused to suspend uranium enrichment or transfer its HEU. Additionally, Trump has expressed concerns about unfreezing Iranian funds, a key demand from Iran for any agreement. Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has not yet responded to the proposed amendments, and there is internal debate within Iran about the potential deal.
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Exclusive-Top US spy agencies feud over turf, mission

Exclusive-Top US spy agencies feud over turf, mission

By Erin Banco and Jonathan Landay WASHINGTON, June 2 (Reuters) - The CIA has stopped contributing to some intelligence assessments, including those related to the Iran war, produced by the office of the nation's top spy as disputes over intelligence-sharing and areas of responsibility boil over, say
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The Latest: Rubio testifies in back-to-back Capitol Hill hearings

The Latest: Rubio testifies in back-to-back Capitol Hill hearings

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will face more questions about the Trump administration’s fragile or stalling diplomatic efforts around the world in back-to-back hearings on Capitol Hill for the first time since the Iran war began
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Hostilities flare again in Iran war, talks at a stalemate

Hostilities flare again in Iran war, talks at a stalemate

By Enas Alashray and Patricia Zengerle DUBAI/WASHINGTON, June 3 (Reuters) - Hostilities in the Gulf erupted anew on Wednesday with a report of missile attacks on Kuwait, while little progress was evident in diplomatic talks between Iran and the United States.
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President Trump Comments on Iran's Potential Suspension of War Talks

President Trump Comments on Iran's Potential Suspension of War Talks

In a recent interview with NBC News, President Trump stated that Iran suspending talks over war would be 'okay with me.' This comment comes amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with diplomatic efforts to address conflicts in the region. President Trump's stance suggests a willingness to accept a pause in negotiations, which could impact the dynamics of U.S.-Iran relations. The statement reflects his administration's approach to foreign policy, emphasizing a hardline stance on issues involving national security and international diplomacy.
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The Latest: Rubio says he sees indications that Iran’s new supreme leader is ‘engaged’ with US talks

The Latest: Rubio says he sees indications that Iran’s new supreme leader is ‘engaged’ with US talks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is facing questions about the Trump administration’s fragile or stalling diplomatic efforts around the world in back-to-back hearings on Capitol Hill for the first time since the Iran war began
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Oil prices rise more than 2% as Israel steps up incursion into Lebanon

Oil prices rise more than 2% as Israel steps up incursion into Lebanon

By Colleen Howe BEIJING, June 1 (Reuters) - Oil prices rose more than 2% in early trading on Monday after Israel ordered troops to move further into Lebanon in the battle with the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group, despite a ceasefire announced more than six weeks ago.