https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iran-fails-to-strike-deal-with-us-as-deadline-passes-and-trump-calls-for-white-flag-of-surrenderContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iran-fails-to-strike-deal-with-us-as-deadline-passes-and-trump-calls-for-white-flag-of-surrenderhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iran-fails-to-strike-deal-with-us-as-deadline-passes-and-trump-calls-for-white-flag-of-surrender#u47534Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:06:46 +0000The US is shifting from military action to a massive financial campaign following the expiration of a two-month peace talk window. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described the upcoming sanctions as the single greatest financial offensive ever marshalled against an adversary. While Vice President JD Vance identifies economic pressure as the most effective tool available, Iran is attempting to mitigate the impact by strengthening trade relationships with neighboring countries and its primary trading partner, China.Why it mattersThe stalemate follows the collapse of a 60-day deadline to end the https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iran-fails-to-strike-deal-with-us-as-deadline-passes-and-trump-calls-for-white-flag-of-surrenderhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iran-fails-to-strike-deal-with-us-as-deadline-passes-and-trump-calls-for-white-flag-of-surrender#u45432Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:30:12 +0000The United States and Iran have failed to secure a broad agreement to end their war after a 60-day deadline passed. A temporary ceasefire and Memorandum of Understanding have expired, with both nations ruling out an extension. Donald Trump has responded to the stalemate by calling for a "white flag of surrender." While diplomatic efforts are expanding to include European players, Iran has threatened a new offensive and signaled readiness for US ground operations as hard-liners prepare for a more costly conflict.Why it mattersThe expiration of the 60-day window marks the collapse of a