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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Reportedly Asks China to Intervene in Iran Conflict

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Reportedly Asks China to Intervene in Iran Conflict

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has reportedly asked China to use its influence with Iran to help end the ongoing conflict, according to The Washington Post, citing a U.S. official. Beijing has reportedly relayed this message to Tehran. This reported outreach comes as Washington considers its next steps in the conflict, with President Trump indicating he is not in a hurry to resume major fighting while talks continue. However, public readouts from the November 6 videoconference between Bessent, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng focused on bilateral economic relations and trade commitments, with no mention of Iran. China's account of the call also made no reference to an appeal concerning Tehran.

Trump says he is highly unlikely to order Iran strikes if talks progress

Trump says he is highly unlikely to order Iran strikes if talks progress

WASHINGTON/CAIRO, Nov 8 (Reuters) - US President Donald Trump on Sunday said he was highly unlikely to order fresh attacks on Iran as long as talks to end the conflict progress, even as both countries reported that shipping had been hit in or near the Strait of Hormuz.

G7 allies to assess impact of Trump's midterm setback at Paris talks

G7 allies to assess impact of Trump's midterm setback at Paris talks

By John Irish PARIS, Nov 9 (Reuters) - A G7 foreign ministers gathering in Paris on Monday will provide the first opportunity for Washington's allies to gauge whether a US midterm defeat for President Donald Trump alters the administration's approach to Ukraine, the Middle East and ties with its

Expanding on naval blockade, US military looks to restrict Iranian land commerce

Expanding on naval blockade, US military looks to restrict Iranian land commerce

(Adds dropped word in paragraph 12) By Phil Stewart WASHINGTON, Nov 7 (Reuters) - Building on a months-long naval blockade on Iran, the US military said on Saturday it is launching a task force to help crack down on Tehran's movement of advanced weapons and other sanctioned material over its land

Rubio will venture to France on first post-midterm foreign trip to face questions on Trump policies

Rubio will venture to France on first post-midterm foreign trip to face questions on Trump policies

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will make his first international trip since the midterm elections that dealt the Republicans a severe blow

President Xi Jinping Holds Talks with Sultan Haitham of Oman, Deepening Strategic Partnership

President Xi Jinping Holds Talks with Sultan Haitham of Oman, Deepening Strategic Partnership

President Xi Jinping held talks with Sultan Haitham of Oman in Beijing, marking the first visit by an Omani head of state to China since diplomatic ties were established 48 years ago. President Xi emphasized the longstanding friendship and mutual trust between China and Oman, expressing confidence that the discussions would elevate their strategic partnership. He highlighted China's commitment to high-quality development and high-standard opening up, aiming to create greater opportunities for Oman and other nations. Sultan Haitham praised China's global political and economic influence under President Xi's leadership and reaffirmed Oman's adherence to the one-China principle. Both leaders expressed a desire to expand practical cooperation across various sectors, including energy, investment, industry, AI, science and technology, and people-to-people exchanges. Following the talks, multiple cooperation documents were signed in areas such as industrial and supply chains, green development, and digital financ...

Oil falls as Trump signals restraint on Iran despite fresh shipping attacks

Oil falls as Trump signals restraint on Iran despite fresh shipping attacks

By Enes Tunagur LONDON, Nov 9 (Reuters) - Oil prices fell on Monday after US President Donald Trump downplayed the likelihood of renewed strikes on Iran, though attacks on ships near the Strait of Hormuz kept supply concerns in focus.

Iran suggests blasts are not US attacks as both sides report ships hit

Iran suggests blasts are not US attacks as both sides report ships hit

CAIRO, Nov 8 (Reuters) - Iranian media suggested explosions in southern Iran on Saturday evening were related to Iranian military activities rather than US strikes while both sides reported that shipping had been hit in or near the Strait of Hormuz.

US military carries out new targeted strike on Iran as Tehran's leaders weigh mediator's proposals

US military carries out new targeted strike on Iran as Tehran's leaders weigh mediator's proposals

President Donald Trump says the U.S. military has carried out new limited strikes on Iran, targeting air defense systems

Oil steadies after Trump signals restraint on Iran, Hormuz risks persist

Oil steadies after Trump signals restraint on Iran, Hormuz risks persist

By Sethuraman N R and Helen Clark NEW DELHI/PERTH, Nov 9 (Reuters) - Oil prices were steady on Monday after US President Donald Trump downplayed the likelihood of new strikes on Iran, though attacks on ships near the Strait of Hormuz kept supply concerns in focus.

Iran is reviewing proposals focusing on Tehran’s nuclear program, officials say

Iran is reviewing proposals focusing on Tehran’s nuclear program, officials say

Iran is reviewing proposals from Qatar to address differences with the U.S. over Tehran’s nuclear program

Oil falls as Trump says new Iran attacks 'unlikely'

Oil falls as Trump says new Iran attacks 'unlikely'

By Helen Clark PERTH, Nov 9 (Reuters) - Oil prices fell at Monday's open after US President Donald Trump said he was highly unlikely to order new Iran attacks while talks to end the conflict make progress, despite both nations' reports of attacks on ships in or near the Strait of Hormuz.