Trump Says Talks to Resume as Standoff Escalates over Strait of Hormuz

No Decision On New Talks, Says Iran

Iran said it had yet to decide whether to attend a new round of peace negotiations with the United States, as Washington’s delegation departed for Pakistan on Monday. The uncertainty over the talks on ending the war that engulfed the region and rattled global markets came as US President Donald Trump suggested he could resume attacks should the current temporary ceasefire – now in its final days – lapse. Since initial talks in Islamabad ended wi…

Tensions escalate over Strait of Hormuz, Iran says "no plans" to join talks

The Strait of Hormuz remained closed on Monday as tensions escalate between Washington and Tehran. Washington said talks were due to resume on Monday but Tehran says it has "no plans" to participate.

Trump says talks to resume as standoff escalates over Strait of Hormuz

Stocks Fall as Middle East Tensions Rise

Friday’s positive momentum, built on expectations that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen, was dashed over the weekend. Not only did the Strait remain closed, reports indicate that both Iran and the US attacked commercial ships in an effort to enforce competing blockades. Peace talks are expected to resume, but heading into tomorrow’s ceasefire deadline, the political situation remains volatile. This morning finds US index futures down 0.4% acros…

Are Talks With Iran Agreed to? Trump Says Yes, Iran Says No

Apparently, only one side needs to agree to have talks.