Trump Warns Iran as Nuclear Talks Stall and Blockade Holds
President Trump issued fresh warnings that 'the clock is ticking' for Iran amid stalled nuclear talks and a fragile ceasefire. Rhetoric intensified with threats of US action while Tehran asserted control over the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran Tensions Push Brent Crude to $110, Rippling Through Airlines and Fuel Supplies
Brent crude hit $110 per barrel as Iran tensions disrupted Strait of Hormuz shipping. US gas prices climbed sharply, with ripple effects hitting airlines and global supply chains.
Trump-Backed Challengers Oust Cassidy in Louisiana Primary
Sen. Bill Cassidy lost his Louisiana GOP primary in a Trump-backed challenge, while Rep. Thomas Massie faces similar pressure in Kentucky. Results highlight the party's shift toward Trump-aligned candidates.
Trump-Xi Summit Produces Farm Buys, Rare Earth Pledges
Following the Trump-Xi summit, China agreed to major purchases of US farm goods and signaled relief on rare earth mineral exports critical to tech and defense industries.
Gulf Tensions Lift Oil Above $110, Pushing Yields to 15-Month Highs
US stocks and bonds declined as investors priced in higher energy costs and supply disruptions from the Iran conflict. Treasury yields rose amid accelerating inflation concerns.
Trump Approval Drops to Second-Term Low Amid Iran War
A New York Times/Siena poll showed Trump's approval sinking amid public fatigue with the Iran conflict and rising costs. Economic discontent is weighing on voter support.