Rep Adam Smith claims Trump is not truthful about the Iran ceasefire talks.
Democrat Questions Trustworthiness of White House in Iran Negotiations A prominent Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee raised concerns, suggesting that Iran might be seen as more reliable than the White House regarding peace negotiations. Representative Adam Smith, a Democrat from Washington, made these comments during an interview on MSNOW, stating that President Trump […]
Australian Dollar strengthens as Trump prolongs Iran ceasefire, Australian PMIs rise into growth
AUD/USD Movement and Economic Factors The AUD/USD pair is showing some upward momentum, hovering around 0.7155 in early Thursday trading in Asia. This resurgence in risk appetite can be attributed to a recent decision by US President Donald Trump to extend the ceasefire with Iran, which is helping to bolster the Australian dollar against its […]
Iran captures two container ships in the Strait of Hormuz while a ceasefire is in place
Iran has taken control of two container ships in the Strait of Hormuz, occurring just hours after President Trump announced an extension of the ceasefire amidst ongoing maritime conflicts. The Iranian Revolutionary Guards claimed these vessels, named MSC Francesca and Epaminondas, were operating without the necessary permits and were interfering with navigation systems, though these […]
Stocks climb following extension of U.S.-Iran ceasefire and robust earnings: Live updates
Market Update Following Ceasefire Announcement On April 20, 2026, traders on the New York Stock Exchange reacted positively as stocks climbed after President Donald Trump announced the extension of a ceasefire with Iran. This move, coupled with encouraging earnings reports, contributed to an optimistic market sentiment. The S&P 500 saw an increase of 0.7%, while […]
Kellogg calls on the US to complete its efforts against Iran as the delicate ceasefire is prolonged.
Retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg has urged the United States to “complete the task” regarding Iran, suggesting that the U.S. should take control of strategic islands, weaken its energy sector, and support domestic rebels. This call for action comes amid an extended ceasefire aimed at facilitating negotiations. Kellogg stated on “Hannity” that it’s time to […]
Bitcoin rises to $77,500 following Trump’s ceasefire extension and a $2.5 billion purchase by Strategy.
Bitcoin Update Following Ceasefire with Iran Bitcoin recently surpassed $78,000, experiencing a 2.2% increase in the last day and a 4.3% rise for the week. This surge followed President Trump’s announcement about indefinitely extending the Iranian ceasefire, alongside news that Strategy had acquired 34,164 BTC for approximately $2.54 billion. In addition to Bitcoin, other cryptocurrencies […]
Iran Intensifies Verbal Attacks as Ceasefire Deadline Approaches
Iran Rejects Talks with U.S. Amid Growing Tensions Iran’s top officials emphatically dismissed any talks with the United States on Tuesday, inundating state media with fierce threats of a “decisive and immediate” response. This flurry of comments coincided with an impending deadline for a ceasefire, which President Donald Trump announced in early April. Speculation suggests […]
Trump Prolongs Iran Ceasefire and Blockade While Talks Stay Uncertain
Trump Updates on Ceasefire and Blockade Against Iran On Tuesday, President Donald Trump declared via Truth Social that the ceasefire and blockade against Iran will be maintained for the foreseeable future. Earlier, Trump had announced a two-week pause in military strikes just seven hours before a deadline for Iran to accept certain conditions. Vice President […]
Trump Declares Extension of Ceasefire Until Iran Presents a ‘Unified Proposal’
Trump Extends Ceasefire with Iran On Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced an extension of the ceasefire with Iran until the country can present a “unified offer,” citing a significant “deep rift” between the two nations. The announcement was made through his Truth Social account after 4 PM ET. “Given the Iranian government’s unexpected deep divisions, […]
Iran’s Leading Negotiator Dismisses Talks ‘Under Duress’ as Ceasefire Approaches
Mohammad Berger Ghalibaf, Iran’s chief negotiator, stated late Monday that Tehran is unwilling to engage in negotiations with the United States “under threats,” emphasizing that Iran is prepared to “reveal new strategies” as the cease-fire deadline looms and the outcomes of talks remain unclear. In a message on X, Ghalibaf, who has been at the […]