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Energy Secretary Says US, Saudi Arabia on Pathway to Civil Nuclear Agreement
‘For a U.S. partnership and involvement in nuclear here, there will definitely be a 123 agreement,’ the energy secretary said.
Armenia Inches Closer to Europe Amid Ongoing Frictions With Azerbaijan
Regional foes say they’re close to signing a peace deal despite ongoing flare-ups along their shared border.
US, Iran Agree to 2nd Round of Nuclear Talks
Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi mostly spoke indirectly in their first exchange, which was facilitated by Oman.
US and Iran Hold Talks in Oman
Trump has increased pressure in recent week for Iran to agree to a new deal to limit the country’s nuclear development.
US Sanctions Iran’s Ghost Fleet and Chinese Oil Terminal Linked to Iranians
President Donald Trump says Iran would be in ‘great danger’ if talks—due to begin in Oman on Saturday—about its nuclear program were unsuccessful.
Erdogan Meets Pro-Kurdish Politicians in Bid to End Decades of Violence
The Turkish president met two parliamentary deputies from the Ankara Parliament supportive of the ethnic group at his presidential palace in Ankara.
Treasury Sanctions Iranian Entities Involved in Nuclear Program
The sanctions are imposed ahead of a high-level meeting between the United States and Iran on April 12.
House Republicans Receptive to US Talks With Iran
‘Trump isn’t going to get taken advantage of here. I see no problem with talks just like I saw no problem with talks with Russia,’ Rep. Dan Crenshaw said.
Iran Says ‘Ball Is In America’s Court’ Ahead Of Oman Negotiations
Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said of the April 12 talks about Iran’s nuclear program, ‘It is as much an opportunity as it is a test.’
US to Hold Direct Talks With Iran on Saturday: Trump
The president made this announcement during his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Netanyahu Vows to Equalize Trade With US in Meeting With Trump
The U.S. and Israeli leaders planned to discuss several issues, including tariffs, renewed fighting in the Gaza Strip, and a potential confrontation with Iran.
Netanyahu to Seek Tariff Relief in Meeting With Trump
Trump’s latest tariff rollout could affect Israel’s machinery and medical equipment exports, an Israeli finance ministry official said on April 3.
New Footage Appears to Contradict Israel’s Account on Killing of Aid Workers in Gaza
A new video appears to show the moment that a team of humanitarian aid workers were ambushed and killed by Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip.
Israel Expands ‘Security Zone’ in Northern Gaza
The Jewish state issued evacuation warnings in the area on April 3, which saw hundreds of residents leave.
Hungary Pulls Out of International Criminal Court as Orban Hosts Netanyahu
Hungary had said it wouldn’t enforce the International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant against Netanyahu alleging war crimes in Gaza.
Israel to Expand Military Operation and Seize ‘Large Areas’ of Gaza Strip
Israel’s renewed offensive against Hamas features strategy of holding new territory to deny it to the terrorist group.
Meta Fined by Turkey After Refusing to Restrict Facebook and Instagram
The social media giant did not reveal the size of the financial penalty.
Senators Paul, Merkley Press Trump Admin to Explain Thinking on Houthi Strikes
The senators argued that the Trump administration should consult with Congress before involving U.S. forces in foreign conflicts.
