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- 1Trump says he expects Iran talks this week▼After nixing Iran proposal, Trump tells Axios he expects talks this week
President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal and then told Axios he expects new talks with Tehran to take place this week. The back-to-back moves signal that negotiations between Washington and Iran are continuing despite the setback, with officials watching whether diplomacy can ease tensions in the region.
- 2Iran's Pezeshkian Pledges Never to Build Nuclear Bomb Before UNGA●Before UNGA 81, Pezeshkian’s Nuclear Pledge — ‘We Will Never Seek to Build a Nuclear Bomb’ | APT
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran will never seek to build a nuclear bomb, ahead of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. The pledge is drawing wide attention as Tehran's nuclear program remains a central point of tension with Western powers, and observers watch for how the statement will land in New York diplomacy.
- 3Iran's president says funds held in China frozen●JUST IN: Iran’s president reveals “all our money in China has been frozen.”
Iran's president has stated that all Iranian money held in China has been frozen, according to an emerging report circulating on prediction and news platforms. The claim, if confirmed, would have significant implications for Iran's economy, which has relied on Chinese purchases of its oil and credit lines as sanctions limit access to Western financial systems. Details about the amount involved, the reason for the freeze, and Beijing's response remain unclear.
- 4Iran's Pezeshkian Sets Red Lines at UN General Assembly▼Pezeshkian Draws Iran’s Red Lines at UNGA 80 — Nuclear Weapons, Israel and Regional Security | APT
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the 80th UN General Assembly, outlining Iran's positions on nuclear weapons, Israel and regional security. He is reported to have drawn clear red lines for Tehran, insisting Iran will not pursue nuclear arms while defending its right to respond to Israeli actions and regional pressure. The speech is drawing wide attention as tensions over Iran's nuclear program and the conflict with Israel remain high.
- 5Iranian President Pezeshkian Discusses Protests and Military Actions in Exclusive Interview▼EXCLUSIVE: Iranian President Pezeshkian on protests, future of military actions
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has given an exclusive interview in which he addressed ongoing protests inside Iran and the future of the country's military actions. The interview, aired by Fox News, drew wide attention and heavy engagement. Commentators are weighing his remarks for signals about Tehran's stance on domestic unrest and whether military operations could escalate or de-escalate.
- 6Trump Open to Iran Sanctions Relief for Nuclear Progress●TRUMP OPEN TO IRAN SANCTIONS RELIEF FOR ‘CONCRETE PROGRESS’ ON NUCLEAR ISSUES, WHITE HOUSE OFFICIAL SAYS – CNN
A White House official says President Trump is open to easing sanctions on Iran if Tehran shows 'concrete progress' on nuclear issues, according to CNN. The comment signals possible flexibility in Washington's stance toward Iran's nuclear program, with observers weighing whether it could reopen a path to negotiations between the two countries.
- 7Pezeshkian tells UN General Assembly Iran seeks no nuclear bomb●Pezeshkian’s UNGA 80 Message — No Nuclear Bomb, Regional Security and ‘Peace Through Strength’ | APT
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the 80th UN General Assembly, declaring that Iran is not seeking a nuclear bomb and framing his country's posture around regional security and a doctrine of 'peace through strength'. The remarks, circulated by the Ahl al-Bayt Peace and Truth network, are drawing wide attention as Tehran seeks to reassure the international community while defending its strategic stance.
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President Trump has rejected proposed terms for a deal with Iran, including a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and a ceasefire arrangement, reportedly expecting renewed bombing after the US midterms. An Iranian official says Tehran will make no nuclear concessions, signalling a hardening standoff between the two countries.
- 9Iranian President Says Tehran No Longer Trusts Talks With Washington●"Pezeshkian says Iran ‘no longer trusts talks with Washington’ In an interview with Al Jazeera, the Iranian president sa
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran no longer trusts negotiations with Washington, in an interview with Al Jazeera. He said Qatar and Pakistan are acting as intermediaries, relaying Tehran's messages to the United States. The remarks signal a further breakdown in direct US-Iran diplomacy, with third-party countries now carrying communication between the two sides amid heightened regional tensions involving Israel and the US.
- 10Oil jumps as US-Iran peace talks stall●Oil heads higher as US-Iran peace talks in stalemate Brent crude oil rebounded more than 3% on Monday after US Presiden
Brent crude rebounded more than 3% on Monday after US President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian peace proposal that would have resolved their conflict and reopened the Strait of Hormuz. With diplomatic efforts in stalemate, tensions in the Middle East remain elevated, keeping traders pricing in supply risk and pushing oil prices higher.
- 11Trump denies Iran sanctions relief offer as Tehran signals talks▼Trump denies offering Iran sanctions relief, Tehran says ready for talks
President Donald Trump has denied that the United States offered Iran sanctions relief, while Tehran says it is ready to enter talks. The competing statements come amid ongoing tensions over Iran's nuclear programme, with reports suggesting possible proposals were floated as part of diplomatic contacts. The conflicting signals have drawn wide coverage, as observers weigh whether a new round of negotiations between Washington and Tehran could be taking shape.
- 12Iran's president delivers rare wartime speech at the United Nations▼Iran's president gives a rare wartime speech at the U.N.
Iran's president addressed the United Nations while the country is at war, an unusual occurrence highlighted in coverage by US public broadcaster OPB. The speech puts Iran's position in the ongoing conflict before a global diplomatic audience at UN headquarters in New York, drawing attention to how Tehran is framing the war internationally.
- 13Iran Seeks U.S. Clarification After Trump Rejects Cease-Fire Proposal●Iran Seeks U.S. Clarification After Trump Rejects Cease-Fire Proposal https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/27/world/middleeas
Iran is asking Washington to clarify its position after President Trump rejected a proposed cease-fire, according to a New York Times report citing developments around the Strait of Hormuz. The move signals mounting tension between Tehran and the U.S. administration, with diplomats seeking to understand whether negotiations over the cease-fire proposal can continue or have collapsed entirely.
- 14Trump Threatens to 'Annihilate' Iran as Delegate Looks On▼Iran's Delegate Sits With Stone-Cold Stare as Trump Threatens To 'Annihilate' Country
President Donald Trump threatened to 'annihilate' Iran during remarks in New York, while Iran's delegate sat with a stone-cold stare. The stark moment, captured on camera, drew wide attention online, with viewers noting the delegate's unflinching expression as Trump issued one of his harshest public threats yet against the Islamic Republic amid escalating tensions.
- 15Trump rejects Iran proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz●# Trump rejects # Iran proposal to reopen the # StraitOfHormuz Trump spoke to reporters Saturday outside the White House
President Trump said Saturday outside the White House that he rejects Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iran had offered this week to reopen the strait and resume talks on its nuclear program within seven days, on condition that the United States lifts its naval blockade. The rejection keeps tensions high over shipping lanes and nuclear negotiations.
- 16Iran says fully prepared for war to resume if Trump orders strikes▼Iran ‘fully prepared’ for war to resume if Trump authorizes strikes after midterms
Iran says it is fully prepared for hostilities to resume if US President Donald Trump authorizes new military strikes, with Iranian officials suggesting action could come after the US midterm elections. The statement signals rising tension between Tehran and Washington, with both sides weighing the risk of a renewed conflict in the region.
- 17Trump vows US will 'win' Iran war 'very soon'▼Trump says U.S. will ‘win’ Iran war ‘very soon’ as he rejects proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump said the United States will 'win' its conflict with Iran 'very soon,' while rejecting a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the critical oil shipping waterway. The remarks come amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran, with the strategic strait's status a major concern for global energy markets and regional security.
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Iran's president addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York, and CNN offered its first reactions to the address. The speech drew broad attention as diplomats and analysts weighed Iran's message to the international community amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Commentators on CNN assessed the tone and substance of the remarks shortly after they were delivered.
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US President Donald Trump has rejected a proposal from Iran to negotiate over a seven-day timeline. The move extends tension between Washington and Tehran, with the White House insisting any deal must move faster or come with tougher conditions. Iranian officials had floated the plan as a way to avoid escalation, but Trump dismissed it as insufficient.
- 20Iran pushes diplomacy after Trump rejects peace plan▼Iran insists on diplomatic solution after Trump rejects peace plan
Iran says it remains committed to a diplomatic solution after US President Donald Trump rejected a proposed peace plan. The rejection, reported widely by international outlets including Reuters and Al-Monitor, has drawn attention to the future of negotiations between Washington and Tehran. Iranian officials maintain they still favour talks, while the US stance leaves the path to an agreement uncertain.
- 21Iran says ready for diplomacy or war as Trump rejects ceasefire plan▼Iran ready for diplomacy, war as Trump rejects seven-day ceasefire proposal
Iran says it is prepared both for diplomacy and for war after US President Donald Trump rejected a proposed seven-day ceasefire. The statement signals Tehran is keeping its options open while Washington refuses a pause in hostilities. The standoff has drawn attention as tensions between the two countries remain high and diplomatic efforts stall.
- 22US Diplomat Says Trump Rejected Iran Truce Plan Over 'No Confidence'●'No Confidence': US Diplomat Tells Why Trump Rejected Iran's New Truce Plan
A US diplomat says President Donald Trump turned down Iran's proposed new truce plan, citing a lack of confidence in Tehran's commitments. The reported rejection adds fresh tension to diplomacy between Washington and Iran, and the remarks are drawing attention as observers weigh what the collapse of the proposal means for future negotiations and regional stability.
- 23Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz●Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and other Middle East news
President Trump has rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the critical shipping chokepoint for global oil supplies. The refusal comes amid ongoing tensions between Washington and Tehran over the Persian Gulf. Attention now turns to how Iran responds and whether the dispute will escalate further, with broader Middle East developments also drawing international focus.
- 24Iran puts diplomacy-or-war choice in Trump's hands▼Iran says it is up to Trump to choose between diplomacy or war
Iranian officials have publicly stated that US President Donald Trump must decide whether the standoff between Washington and Tehran proceeds through diplomacy or heads toward war. The declaration frames the US administration as the party responsible for escalation or de-escalation, with talks reportedly stalled and regional tensions running high over Iran's nuclear programme and sanctions pressure.
- 25Trump rejects Iranian plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz●Trump calls Iranian plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz not 'acceptable' https://www.npr.org/2026/09/26/nx-s1-5981990/trump-
President Donald Trump has dismissed an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, calling it not 'acceptable'. The strait is a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, and any dispute over its status raises concerns about energy prices and regional stability. The rejection signals continued friction between Washington and Tehran over shipping and security in the Persian Gulf.
- 26Mediators push on with U.S.-Iran nuclear deal talks▼Mediators still working on U.S.-Iran deal after Trump rejected latest Tehran proposal
Mediators continue efforts to broker a deal between the United States and Iran after President Donald Trump rejected Tehran's latest proposal. The rejection leaves negotiations unresolved, with intermediaries attempting to bridge remaining differences between the two sides. The exact terms of the rejected proposal and what comes next in the talks remain unclear as diplomatic work continues.
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Donald Trump is drawing criticism after a pro-Trump television advert funded by the US government provoked anger from both Republicans and Democrats, according to The Hill. Separately, the Wall Street Journal reports, cited by French outlet Le HuffPost, that Trump is waiting for a specific deadline before resuming strikes against Iran. The dual developments have put the president back at the centre of international debate.
- 28Iran says Trump must choose war or diplomacy▼Iran says it's up to Trump to choose between war and diplomacy
Iran has publicly stated that the decision now rests with US President Donald Trump, who must choose between war and diplomacy in the standoff between the two countries. The statement frames Washington as the party holding the next move, and it is drawing attention as tensions remain high and diplomatic channels appear increasingly uncertain.
- 29Iran Says Ready for Diplomacy and War as Trump Rejects Ceasefire▼Iran Says It Is Ready for Diplomacy and War as Trump Rejects Ceasefire Proposal
Iran says it is prepared for both diplomacy and war as President Donald Trump rejects a ceasefire proposal, according to the headline. The statement signals Tehran's dual-track posture amid escalating tensions with the United States, while Trump's dismissal of a ceasefire plan suggests Washington sees no basis for halting hostilities. With no further details available, the scope of any talks or military planning remains unclear.
- 30Iran's Pezeshkian says Tehran no longer trusts talks with Washington▼Pezeshkian says Iran ‘no longer trusts talks with Washington’
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran no longer trusts negotiations with Washington, signalling a hardening of Tehran's stance toward the United States. The statement, reported by Al Jazeera, comes amid heightened regional tensions and suggests diplomatic channels between the two countries have reached a new low, raising concerns about the prospects for renewed nuclear or de-escalation talks.
- 31Mediators push US-Iran deal despite Trump rejection▼Mediators working to broker US-Iran deal even after Trump rejected latest Tehran proposal
Mediators are continuing efforts to broker an agreement between the United States and Iran, even after President Trump rejected the latest proposal from Tehran. The diplomacy continues despite the setback, with intermediaries working to keep negotiations alive between Washington and Tehran.
- 32Trump ready to ease Iran sanctions for nuclear concessions▼Trump ready to ease sanctions against Iran in exchange for nuclear concessions - Axios
According to a report by Axios, US President Donald Trump is prepared to ease sanctions against Iran in exchange for concessions on its nuclear programme. The reported offer signals a possible opening in stalled negotiations between Washington and Tehran, with sanctions relief positioned as leverage to curb Iranian nuclear activities.
- 33Trump rejects Iran cease-fire proposal over Strait of Hormuz▼President Trump said on Saturday he turned down Iran’s latest cease-fire proposal that offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart talks on the country’s nuclear program in exchange for U.S. concessions. The rejection was the latest turn in a cycle of bo
President Trump said on Saturday he rejected Iran's latest cease-fire proposal, which would have reopened the Strait of Hormuz and resumed negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program in exchange for concessions from the United States. The rejection marks another turn in a cycle of proposals and counteroffers between the two countries, with Washington and Tehran still far apart on terms to end the standoff.
- 34Iran says it is fully prepared for war amid Trump strike threats●Iran says it’s ‘fully prepared’ for war as Trump leaves more strikes on table
Iran says it is fully prepared for war, as US President Donald Trump declines to rule out additional strikes against the country. The statement raises fears of a wider conflict between Tehran and Washington, with tensions already running high in the region and both sides signalling that further military action remains on the table.
- 35New project tracks Trump's shifting Iran war timeline●‘About Two Weeks’: New project takes aim at Trump’s shifting Iran war timeline
A new project is highlighting President Trump's repeatedly shifting timeline for potential military action against Iran, cataloguing his frequent claims that a decision would come in 'about two weeks.' The effort draws attention to how the deadline has been extended many times without action, raising questions about whether the warnings are genuine policy signals or a recurring stalling tactic as tensions with Iran continue.
- 36US Treasury Yields Hit 2007 Levels Amid Iran War Fears●🟠 UPDATE US Treasury Yields Hit 2007 Levels Amid Iran War and Deficit Concerns President Trump suggests an extreme endga
US Treasury yields have climbed to levels not seen since 2007, driven by war with Iran and concerns over the federal deficit. President Trump has escalated rhetoric around Iran, suggesting an extreme endgame and saying 'Let them hit us with a nuclear weapon,' while insisting America faced an imminent nuclear threat from Tehran.
- 37Trump rejects Iran's seven-day ceasefire proposal▼Trump reiterates Iran can not have a nuclear weapon as prez rejects regime's seven-day ceasefire proposal
President Trump has again stated that Iran cannot be allowed to acquire a nuclear weapon, while rejecting a ceasefire proposal from Tehran's leadership that would have paused hostilities for seven days. The refusal signals continued hardline US positioning toward Iran, with Washington prioritizing the elimination of Iran's nuclear ambitions over a short-term truce in the ongoing standoff.
- 38Iran says ready for renewed strikes as Trump rejects deal▼Iran says it’s ready for renewed strikes after Trump rejects deal
Iran has declared it is prepared for renewed military strikes after President Trump rejected a proposed deal, sharply raising tensions between the two countries. The announcement signals Tehran is bracing for a possible resumption of hostilities rather than continued negotiations. Observers are watching for whether Washington will follow the rejection with further military or diplomatic action.
- 39Trump 'surprised' five terror suspects released on bail in UK●BREAKING: Donald Trump has said he is "surprised" that five men arrested in the UK on suspicion of terror offences have
Donald Trump said he is "surprised" that five men arrested in the UK on suspicion of terror offences have been released on bail. Asked whether Iran was involved, the US president said: "I know the answer, I can be very specific, but I'd rather not say." His remarks have drawn attention on both sides of the Atlantic, with questions over what intelligence the US may hold about the case.
- 40UK terror plot and Gulf tensions dominate headlines▼What we know about the suspected U.K. terror plot. And, why the Gulf remains in limbo https://www.npr.org/2026/09/28/g-s
NPR's Up First newsletter reports on a suspected terror plot in the United Kingdom, detailing what investigators know so far. The same briefing covers why the Gulf region remains in limbo, pointing to tensions involving Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, a US air base, and former president Donald Trump. The two stories are being bundled as major geopolitical developments.