United States President Donald Trump confirmed on June 7, 2026, that he will not release frozen Iranian assets prior to reaching a formal peace agreement. Rejecting Tehran’s demands for a $24 billion “trust gesture,” Trump stated that negotiations regarding the country’s nuclear program remain the primary focus for any future diplomatic progress. The Standoff Over … Read more
A series of intense military exchanges between the United States and Iran has escalated, culminating in a strike on the international airport in Kuwait and retaliatory operations across the Gulf. As of Wednesday, June 3, 2026, the conflict has resulted in one death and 63 injuries, leaving regional stability in critical condition. Airstrikes and Infrastructure … Read more
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday that the new Iranian leader, Mojtaba Jamenei, is alive and increasingly involved in diplomatic communications. The assessment arrives as Israel and Hezbollah continue exchanging fire, defying a reported ceasefire agreement, while Washington prepares for a fresh round of peace negotiations in Washington. Diplomatic Stagnation and Ongoing … Read more
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TEHRAN, April 2 (Xinhua) — Iran’s main military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, said on Thursday the war will continue until the “enemies” surrender, according to the semi-official Fars news agency. The headquarters spokesman Ebrahim Zolfaghari warned of “more crushing, expanded and devastating actions” in response to the U.S. and Israeli attacks. Zolfaghari accused the … Read more
We need your help now Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open. You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough. If you’ve seen value in our reporting, … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Indonesia, Mohammad Boroujerdi, stated that Indonesian ships still have the opportunity to pass through the Strait of Hormuz even though the region is currently at war. However, the voyages must adhere to the special security protocols set by Iran. During his visit to Solo, Central Java, on … Read more
Main Points Key Reads Jack White – 1 minute ago Dozens of countries to discuss reopening Strait of Hormuz in UK-led talks The UK plans to hold a call on Thursday with nearly three dozen countries about how to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Britain is seeking to lead a diplomatic initiative, understood to include … Read more
Lawmakers in the United States have urged the administration of US President Donald Trump to take action against China’s alleged sanctioned oil imports by blacklisting port operators and blocking complex settlement networks. Despite Washington’s temporary easing of sanctions on Russian and Iranian oil to relieve price pressures from the US-Israeli war in Iran, the “House … Read more
Zero Carbon Analytics said meeting these targets and moving away from reliance on imported energy would provide a significant buffer against volatility in international fossil fuel markets. But it also said progress has been slow in much of the region. Renewable power made up almost 50% of the world’s electricity capacity last year after a … Read more