Trump Says He’s Talking With Iran. Iran Says He’s Not. Here’s Why.
The president has domestic and international political motivations for touting negotiations to end the war. Iran has similar ones to deny discussions.
The president has domestic and international political motivations for touting negotiations to end the war. Iran has similar ones to deny discussions.
A gallon has climbed to nearly $6 in the state, about $2 above the national average.
Ships with no ties to Israel or the United States would be allowed to pass, the government said, but it was unclear if any vessels would try.
While the president has promised rapid relief, Americans could feel the financial sting of the conflict for some time after it ends.
Our national security correspondent David E. Sanger looks at President Trump’s trouble handling retaliatory attacks by Iran that have largely choked off the Strait of Hormuz.
The Southeast Asian country imports 90 percent of its oil from the Middle East, and the government is under intense pressure to deal with the situation.
Some airlines and travelers, especially in the Middle East and elsewhere in Asia, are bearing the brunt of the pain, while others are doing better.
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sees a “historic opportunity” to remake the region, according to people briefed by U.S. officials on the conversations.
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“Very, very strong talks,” President Trump claimed. Fake news, replied an Iranian parliamentary leader.