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Axios

2026-04-302026-05-12

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  1. May 2026
  2. US news outlet Axios reported that the initial one-page, 14-point US memorandum includes provisions such as a suspension on Iranian nuclear enrichment, the lifting of sanctions, and restoring free transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

    Joy Online

    Trump says Iran ceasefire is on ‘massive life support’
  3. ve just read the response from Iran’s so-called ‘Representatives.’ I don’t like it – TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE.” Washington’s terms had included restoration of free transit through the Strait of Hormuz and the suspension on Iranian nuclear enrichment, according to US news outlet Axios

    Joy Online

    Oil price predicted to remain above $100 for rest of year
  4. ve just read the response from Iran’s so-called ‘Representatives.’ I don’t like it – TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE.” Washington’s terms had included restoration of free transit through the Strait of Hormuz and the suspension of Iranian nuclear enrichment, according to US news outlet Axios

    Joy Online

    Oil prices jump after Trump dismisses Iran proposal to end war

Today

  1. Trump rejects Iran's proposal to end war as totally unacceptable

    President Trump dismissed Iran's response to US proposals to end the war, calling it "totally unacceptable." Iran's proposal, sent via Pakistan as mediator, included an immediate ceasefire on all fronts, a halt to the US naval blockade of Iranian ports, and guarantees against further attacks on Iran.

    5 hours ago · The Chronicle

Yesterday

  1. Trump rejects Iran ceasefire proposal as "totally unacceptable"

    US President Donald Trump has said the month-long ceasefire between the US and Iran is on "massive life support" and rejected Iran's counter-offer to end the war as "totally unacceptable." Iran's proposal includes an immediate end to the war on all fronts, a halt to the US naval blockade, and guarantees against further attacks.

    9 hours ago · Joy Online

  2. Global oil prices forecast to stay above $100 this year

    JP Morgan predicts oil will remain in the "low $100s" for much of the year even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens soon, as supplies would not return to normal service quickly. Brent crude rose above $105 a barrel following tensions between the US and Iran over ceasefire negotiations.

    12 hours ago · Joy Online

  3. Trump rejects Iran's proposal to end war

    President Donald Trump has dismissed Iran's response to US proposals to end the war as "totally unacceptable". Iran's proposal, sent via Pakistan as mediator, included an immediate end to the war on all fronts, a halt to a US naval blockade, and guarantees of no further attacks on Iran.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Oil prices surge as Trump rejects Iran's war-ending proposal

    Oil prices rose sharply in Asian trading after President Trump dismissed Iran's response to US proposals to end the war as "totally unacceptable." Iran, responding through Pakistan as mediator, called for an immediate end to the conflict and guarantees against further US-Israeli attacks, while Brent crude rose 3.8% to $105.20 a barrel and US crude increased 4% to $99.30.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 8 May

  1. Trump says US-Iran ceasefire remains after Strait of Hormuz fire

    The US and Iran exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz late Thursday, with each side blaming the other for initiating attacks. Trump said the ceasefire remains in place despite the flare-up, which comes as Iran considers a US proposal to end the war.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 7 May

  1. Oil prices rise as investors assess Middle East peace prospects

    Brent crude and U.S. West Texas Intermediate each gained 0.8% on Thursday, rebounding from Wednesday's 7% slump as investors weighed the likelihood of a Middle East peace deal. Peace negotiations are expected to continue until next week's U.S.-China summit, with analysts indicating oil prices will likely remain elevated.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Iran considering US 14-point proposal to end war

    Iran says a US proposal to end the war is "still being considered," with the White House reportedly working on a 14-point memorandum of understanding that could include suspension of Iranian nuclear enrichment, lifting of sanctions, and restoring free transit through the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump said the US has had "very good talks with Iran in the last 24 hours" and that a deal is possible.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Oil prices drop on reports of US-Iran deal

    Brent crude futures fell below $102 a barrel following reports that the US and Iran are close to a deal to end their war, with the US reportedly working toward a one-page document to end the conflict and enable nuclear negotiations. Oil prices remain elevated compared to pre-conflict levels of around $70 a barrel, as tensions over Iran's threats to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz—through which about a fifth of global oil and gas shipments usually pass—have disrupted regional production and transportation.

    6 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 4 May

  1. Meta removes lawyer ads recruiting social media addiction plaintiffs

    US senators Marsha Blackburn and Amy Klobuchar criticized Meta for removing advertisements by attorneys seeking clients in social media addiction lawsuits. Meta said it removed the ads to defend itself against the lawsuits and prevent trial lawyers from profiting using its platforms.

    4 May 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 1 May

  1. Oil prices spike on Iran military action reports

    Brent crude rose to its highest level since 2022, touching $126.31 a barrel, after reports that the US military plans to brief President Trump on potential military action against Iran. Energy prices have been rising as peace talks stall and the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed, with about 20% of the world's oil and LNG typically passing through the waterway.

    30 April 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 30 April

  1. Brent crude rises on U.S. military options against Iran reports

    Brent oil prices rose as much as 7% on Thursday following reports that the U.S. is considering potential military action against Iran to break a deadlock in nuclear negotiations, raising concerns about further disruptions to Middle East energy exports. The June Brent contract rose $6.81 to $124.84 a barrel, with both Brent and WTI benchmarks on track for their fourth consecutive month of gains.

    30 April 2026 · Joy Online

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