https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-us-has-no-talks-planned-with-iran-and-other-news-from-the-middle-eastContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-us-has-no-talks-planned-with-iran-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-us-has-no-talks-planned-with-iran-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u46764Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:20:10 +0000President Donald Trump criticized Canada on Sunday, claiming the nation seeks "the benefits of being a State, without being one" following retaliatory measures from Prime Minister Mark Carney. Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urged an end to the months-long conflict with the US, asserting that Tehran holds a position of "power and dignity" despite the collapse of diplomatic talks. In a separate escalation, Turkey issued an international arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the interception of a Gaza aid flotilla.Why it matters https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-us-has-no-talks-planned-with-iran-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-us-has-no-talks-planned-with-iran-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u46204Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:55:24 +0000A two-month window for peace talks between the US and Iran has expired without a path to end the war. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated Friday that Tehran should end the conflict now because it holds a position of strength over Washington. Simultaneously, the US is shifting toward economic warfare. Vice President JD Vance described economic pressure as the most effective tool available, while Iran and China push back against threats of an economic D-Day. Iran is attempting to counter these pressures by deepening trade ties with its neighbors.Why it mattersThe conflict involves a stand https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-us-has-no-talks-planned-with-iran-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-us-has-no-talks-planned-with-iran-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u45178Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:35:18 +0000A ship exiting the Strait of Hormuz was attacked, resulting in one casualty. While Donald Trump describes the strait as "open and operating," NewsNation reports that Iran is doubling down on efforts to close the waterway. Tensions have escalated further with Trump threatening to bomb Oman. These events coincide with reports of a fresh strike on a vessel, signaling increased volatility in a critical global shipping lane.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a primary transit point for global oil supplies. Disruptions in this corridor typically trigger spikes in energy prices and heigh