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“US President Donald Trump signaled progress on Tuesday in talks with Iran to avoid a return to war, as Tehran reported “intensive” exchanges while offering to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under strict conditions.”

“AS the threat of renewed US-Israeli strikes on Iran lingers, a parallel diplomatic process — facilitated by Qatar and Pakistan — is attempting to avert a devastating return to hostilities.”

“Iran’s Khamenei gives government powers to hold talks on war AI generated TEHRAN – Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian said his government has been granted more authority by the country’s supreme leader to pursue peace talks, signalling a potential diplomatic…”

“Distaste for Russian diplomat forces US to cancel G-20 photo session Michael Crowley AI generated WASHINGTON – A US-hosted gathering of foreign ministers got off to an awkward start on Oct 30 when a planned group photo was cancelled after some diplomats…”

“Many participants worried that renewed US strikes on Iran would send oil prices sharply higher, deepening the pain, they said.”

“A US official said the State Department had taken the family photo off the official agenda on Friday, US time, because Washington did not want it to become a spectacle or distraction.”

“On the eve of the elections, the US carried out a limited bombing raid on an Iranian island in the Gulf.”

“CURB THE IRAN WAR Trump did not secure approval from Congress before he launched the war with Iran alongside Israel on February 28, and Democrats have voted repeatedly to end the fighting unless he seeks congressional authorization.”

“But that hope was seasoned with expectation that American voters’ rebuke would not necessarily end the U.S. conflict with Iran or change Trump’s policies on tariffs or his lukewarm-at-best support for Ukraine and America’s European allies.”

“Araghchi last month proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz within a week if the US agreed to lift its blockade of Iranian ports, release frozen Iranian assets and waive sanctions on Iranian oil sales, among other conditions.”

“The orders suggest Iran is prepared to widen the war across the region — and possibly further — if the US and Israel launch a new attack on Iran, further alarming Gulf countries came under attacks from Iran earlier in the year and which have been urging the…”

“Tehran’s demands include the lifting of a US maritime blockade on Iranian ports, waivers on oil sanctions, and a truce for regional conflicts, including in Lebanon where Israeli forces continue to occupy the country’s south.”

“Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (November 4, 2026) doubled down on accusations of foreign interference in last week’s election, despite calls for compromise from the President.”

“Buoyed by US elections Eisenkot has warned Netanyahu against launching a new war with his ally US President Donald Trump against Iran, which could help the Israeli prime minister push for a unity government or to run out the clock until new elections.”

“Warning not to erode democracy, Sohlberg said, “There is one thing on which we must agree: election results, as lawfully determined, are binding on us all.””

“Iran has called the US response to its seven conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz “unconvincing” as US President Donald Trump confirmed launching strikes on an Iranian island near the strategic waterway.”

“A U.S. official, who wasn’t authorized to comment publicly and spoke on condition of anonymity, said Monday that the strikes targeted Iranians using surface-to-air missiles against the U.S. in the strait.”

“US strikes key Iranian island as Trump talks up prospects of peace deal AI generated WASHINGTON – The United States launched limited strikes on an Iranian island in the Strait of Hormuz on Nov 3, hours after President Donald Trump signalled diplomatic…”

“… factors that could tip the balance towards war or peace in Iran, DW spoke with Omid Memarian of DAWN, a Washington-based think tank focused on reforming the US's Middle East policy; the Finland-based political scientist Leila Morovati; and Babak…”

“… factors that could tip the balance towards war or peace in Iran, DW spoke with Omid Memarian of DAWN, a Washington-based think tank focused on reforming the US's Middle East policy; the Finland-based political scientist Leila Morovati; and Babak…”

“… factors that could tip the balance towards war or peace in Iran, DW spoke to three analysts: Omid Memarian of DAWN, a Washington-based think tank focused on reforming US Middle East policy; Finland-based political scientist Leila Morrovati; and Babak Rezaei…”

“The conditions include a ceasefire across the Middle East, the unfreezing of Iranian assets abroad, the lifting of sanctions on its oil sector and an end to the US naval blockade.”

“…redominantly Qatari mediation, was sent to the secretary of Iran’s supreme national security council, Mohsen Rezaei on Sunday and requires Tehran to agree to make commitments on its nuclear programme at the start of a process that would lead to the opening of…”

“Vance sent the letter to Iranian Security Council chief Mohsen Rezaei in a bid to revive peace negotiations, the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times reported on Wednesday, citing US officials and people familiar with the matter.”

“And Trump could use a Republican defeat in the midterms as an excuse to exact revenge on Iran’s leaders, whom he blames for rising prices and his historically low approval rating that fell to 30% in early October.”

“Netanyahu is pressing Trump to attack Iran after US midterm elections, officials say Netanyahu is working with senior US figures to persuade Trump to launch a quick but extensive air campaign in Iran, an official said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu…”

“ET Small Iranian “ghost fleet” tankers are slipping past the US naval blockade and smuggling sanctioned liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to China through a shadowy maritime hub off Malaysia, according to US investigators who covertly filmed one of the vessels en…”

“Small Iranian "ghost fleet" tankers are slipping past the U.S. naval blockade and smuggling sanctioned liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to China through a shadowy maritime hub off Malaysia, according to U.S. investigators who covertly filmed one of the vessels…”

“Many winning candidates were progressives who campaigned against military aid to Israel and the US-Israeli war on Iran.”

“On the eve of a midterm election that ended in an unequivocal rejection of his brand of politics, even Donald Trump seemed to recognize that the US-Israel relationship has become a political liability.”

“Iran has said it is prepared to discuss its nuclear programme but wants the US to lift its naval blockade and ease sanctions on its oil sales.”

“The US military then escalated its own strikes on Iran, reimposed the blockade and introduced new sanctions on Iran.”

“When asked about US interests in Taiwan, she dodged the question, admitting, “I’m not that informed on national security.””

“Iran has continued to push its seven-point deal as the only one on the table, which includes demands that the US pay for war damages, end its economic pressure campaign and free the regime’s ports from the naval blockade.”

“Decisions made in Washington affect both US adversaries such as Iran and countries such as Ukraine, which is seeking more support from the United States.”

“The chief of staff of Iran’s armed forces has laid out five conditions for what he calls a roadmap to lasting security, as Qatar said it was “hopeful” that Tehran and Washington could reach a deal paving the way for future negotiations, despite overnight US…”

“All the rest: OIL PRICES PLUNGE: Domestic and international oil prices plummeted today on the news a draft proposal for a peace deal between Washington and Tehran had been circulated after days of talks between Iran and Qatar.”

“The president, however, has publicly rejected the use of nuclear weapons in the war, stating earlier this month that America has no need for it in place of conventional bombs and economic pressures on Iran.”

“United States oil companies have earned more than $130bn in profits during the war on Iran, even as consumers pay much higher prices for key commodities, amid fears that US President Donald Trump may renew fighting after midterm elections.”

“He said Iranian attacks on US Navy vessels in September prompted them to stop venturing into the critical waterway since.”

“The risk is compounded by Ukraine's dwindling air-defence capabilities, with the US restricting supplies of Patriot interceptors amid a global shortage linked to the war on Iran.”

“He told us the baby had suffered respiratory complications and was readmitted to the ICU where he died on Thursday.”

“Those conditions include unfreezing Iranian assets abroad, ending the months-long US naval blockade of Iranian ports, lifting longstanding sanctions and ending the war on all fronts.”

“The midterm elections in the United States are just around the corner: On Tuesday, November 3, American voters will choose their representatives to the US Congress.”

“Even among the military junta, cracks are emerging as economic sanctions and a military blockade imposed by the US continue to wreak economic havoc on the regime.”

“He said Trump believes “time is on his side”, pointing to “strict economic pressure” on Iran, including the US naval blockade that has curtailed Tehran’s ability to export oil as well as sanctions on Iranian aviation and land border closures by several other…”

“This article first appeared on our partner site, Independent Persian At a time when the Islamic Republic of Iran remains at odds with the international community over its nuclear programme, and repression and censorship show no signs of easing, some have…”

“But she once embodied Republicans’ claim of the underlying reason for US societal decay: the poor are a bunch of fraudsters.”

“Pyongyang denounced a joint statement on Saturday by a group of nations monitoring sanctions implementation against it, pledging that “the stereotyped sanctions racket of the US and the West can neither influence the position of the DPRK (North Korea) as a…”

“Former US diplomats, national security officials urge Trump to enforce Russian sanctions law Nearly 20 experts said recent U.S. policy decisions risk putting the goal of ending Russia’s war on Ukraine further out of reach, according to a letter to the…”

“JD Vance letter may offer last chance to avert fresh conflict between US and Iran Hopes of averting a major new conflagration between Iran and the US could rest on Iran’s response to a personal letter from the US vice-president, JD Vance.”

“Beat the blockade: Reuters said Iran has “created a secret network of military agencies with global reach to import at least $2 billion in hardware, explosives and heavy-duty trucks since January 2025, evading both the US naval blockade and Western sanctions.””

“…ment Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said progress depends on Iran’s seven conditions being met – including the lifting of sanctions, ending the US naval blockade of Iranian ports, guarantees to an end to US-Israeli strikes, and the unfreezing of Iranian…”

“…ecognised by the international community, within the 1967 borders and with East Jerusalem as its capital”, and “an end to the US-Israeli wars of aggression in the Middle East and against Iran, and full solidarity with the peoples of Cuba, Venezuela and…”

“The latest push has blended incentives for Moscow – including sanctions relief – with pressure on Ukraine to halt its attacks on Russian energy infrastructure.”

“He struck a deal with the Russian president, Vladimir Putin, to buy nearly 5m tonnes of diesel, overriding US sanctions on Moscow.”

“(Edgar Su/Reuters) On Feb. 27, the day before the U.S. and Israel kickstarted their war against Iran, the price of oil was $67 US per barrel.”

“Like many Syrians, Marwan used to rely on help from aid agencies.”

“Intensifying hostilities between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia have disrupted oil supplies and heightened the risk of a wider regional conflict, eight months since the US-Israeli strikes on Iran.”

“…ion of inquiry to investigate that debacle; unresolved wars on multiple fronts; suspicions that Netanyahu’s closest aides received thousands from Qatar; soaring cost of living and criminality; mounting international isolation; and the clear and present danger…”

“The transport, tracked by the pressure group Greenpeace, is the first phase of a contentious supply deal negotiated between presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin earlier this month, reversing years of sanctions on Russia oil.”

“The latest U.S. announcement [on Oct. 9] to impose institutional sanctions puts the entire court at risk,” she argued, adding that Brussels will use the next six months "to open dialogue and look for solutions.””

“Trump is trying to blame the inflationary surge in US gasoline and diesel prices on these attacks, even though their effect on the global market is small compared to the diminished flow through the strait of Hormuz.”

“The Ukrainian President warned that “a lot of things” - including US economic deals with Russia - now depend on Tuesday’s votes, in an interview with The Sun.”

“Former US President Barack Obama and President Donald Trump held rival campaign rallies in Georgia and Ohio on Wednesday, trading criticism over the war in Iran, tariffs and the economy just five days before midterm elections.”

“While the US has imposed sanctions on Tehran since the Islamic Revolution of 1979, it had never previously completely stopped the country from selling its oil.”

“A US-brokered local ceasefire in southern Ukraine held for a second consecutive day on Wednesday, as an estimated 2,000 people remain stranded in Oleshky.”

“The budget deficit this year has swelled beyond forecast s due to lavish military spending and tepid economic growth amid sanctions, high interest rates for non-military companies, labor shortages and Ukrainian strikes on oil refineries and export terminals.”

“An Iran that seeks it through reparations, tolls, and coercion would place us in an impossible position between our western neighbour and the Gulf states on which so much of our economy depends.”