In 2015 Barack Obama negotiated a temporary nuclear deal with Iran. Donald Trump abrogated it in 2018. What an indictment of his policy that, eight years and two wars later, he has no better options https://t.co/td4wblHTZi ...

MSNOW senior national security reporter David Rode is with us, foreign policy editor-in-chief Ravi Agrawal and the Iran project director at the international crisis group, Ali Vice is also joining us. David, let's start with we just had a conversation with the deputy Iran foreign minister and it sure sounds like this war is not going to end anytime soon. He also seemed to take issue with what we heard from Steve Whitcoff about Iran's nuclear capabilities that were reportedly presented during negotiations.Le ...

Welcome back. Still awaiting the president at the White House. We'll bring you those remarks when we get them, we think, in the next few minutes.In the meantime, let's dig into what's next for Iran's regime and the Middle East broadly following this weekend's air strikes. Our next guest was the lead US negotiator on the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. And joins us this morning with her outlook, Wendy Sherman, Deputy Secretary of State under the Biden administration, under Secretary of State for Political Affairs un ...

Geopolitical Developments - Iran has entered "serious talks" regarding sanctions relief and the nuclear issue, with significant progress reported during the third round of Omani-mediated talks in Geneva [2] - Technical-level discussions are set to resume in Vienna, focusing on uranium enrichment levels and the lifting of international sanctions [2][8] - Iranian State TV indicates that an agreement is nearing, coinciding with President Trump's deadline for a deal [8] Market Implications - A successful nuclear deal could stabilize regional tensions and allow Iranian crude to return to global markets, which is being closely monitored by investors in the U.S. Oil Fund (USO) and major energy producers like Exxon Mobil (XOM) [3] - Brent crude prices rose 1.8% to over $72 as traders react to the potential for sanctions relief and increased Iranian oil exports [8] Regulatory Developments - U.S. financial regulators are tightening regulations on the digital asset industry, specifically targeting stablecoin yields through a new proposal from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) [4][5] - The proposed 376-page rule aims to prevent crypto companies from offering interest or yield on payment stablecoins, impacting platforms like Coinbase Global, Inc. (COIN) and Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD) [5][8] - The OCC's proposal reflects a broader effort to mitigate "deposit flight" from traditional banks into the $300 billion stablecoin market [5] Industry Outlook - The upcoming Vienna talks will serve as a litmus test for the claimed "serious progress" in negotiations [7] - The 60-day public comment period for the OCC's stablecoin proposal presents a critical opportunity for the fintech industry to lobby against restrictive yield measures [7] - The convergence of geopolitical and regulatory events suggests a pivotal week ahead for both global energy security and U.S. digital asset policy [6][7]

Tariff Changes and Economic Impact - The Supreme Court has overturned some of President Trump's tariffs, leading to immediate responses from the Trump administration, including the announcement of global tariffs starting at 10% and later raised to 15% [2][4] - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant indicated that revenue from tariffs is expected to remain stable, with projections for 2026 revenues unchanged despite the recent legal challenges [2][4] - The new tariffs will be layered with existing tariffs under sections 232, 301, and 122, which will last for 150 days, during which studies are expected to lead to increased tariff revenues [5][9] Business Uncertainty - The Supreme Court ruling has created significant uncertainty for U.S. businesses, complicating long-term planning as companies navigate the evolving tariff landscape [9][10] - There are exemptions to the 15% tariff for USMCA compliant goods, critical minerals, energy, and natural resources, which may provide some relief to affected industries [11][12] - The potential for a more structured tariff regime with clearer economic justification is anticipated, especially if the president seeks to extend section 122 [12][13] International Relations and Trade Deals - The European Union is seeking clarity on the Supreme Court's decision and is urging President Trump to adhere to previously agreed trade deals [6] - Ongoing negotiations with foreign trading partners indicate a preference for the current tariff arrangements, suggesting a level of international support for the administration's trade policies [5][6] - The administration is also pursuing new bilateral trade deals with Mexico and Canada, which may further influence tariff structures and international trade dynamics [11]

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back now with more breaking news now out of geneva the center of high stakes nuclear talks that just concluded mid new threats from Iran. The second round of indirect negotiations between the U .S. and Iran unfolding this morning with President Trump's special envoy to the Middle East Steve Whitcoff and son-in-law Jared KUSHNER BOTH REPRESENTING THE U .S.AND OMAN ONCE AGAIN PLAYING MEDIATOR. BOTH TRUMP AND IRAN DEMANDING THE OTHER COME TO THE TABLE IN GOOD FAITH AS IRAN'S SUPREME LEADER UNLEASHED A BARRAGE ...

Iran ready to discuss compromises to reach nuclear deal, minister tells BBC in Tehran https://t.co/Mvfhg4VkVW ...