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Stocks Slip Before the Open as Oil Rebounds Amid Fragile U.S.-Iran Ceasefire, PCE Inflation and GDP Data in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.31%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -0.25% this morning as oil prices advanced amid waning optimism about the U.S.-Iran ceasefire.

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Business Brief (April 9): Trump Threatens Tariffs Over Arms to Iran

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Caixin Global

'Ceasefire unreasonable': Iran rejects Donald Trump's peace proposal, claims violation of 3 key clauses

Iran on Thursday rejected US President Donald Trump's peace proposal claiming that the States had violated three key clauses of the plan even before the negotiations started. Terming the ceasefire "unreasonable", it said that Iran held a "deep historical distrust" towards America, citing repeated violations of all forms of commitments.

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Record oil production in West Texas helps stabilize U.S. supply amid Iran war

Production in West Texas has helped the U.S. stabilize its demand for foreign oil amid the Iran war, despite drilling fewer oil wells.

The Texas Tribune

Peace talks in doubt? Iran envoy says going to Pakistan for peace talk, later deletes post

The fragile ceasefire diplomacy in the Middle East appeared on shaky grounds after Iran’s envoy to Pakistan briefly announced the arrival of a negotiating team in Islamabad, only to delete the post minutes later, fuelling questions over timing and coordination ahead of crucial talks with the United States.

The Times of India

Hezbollah chief’s nephew Ali Yusuf Harshi killed in Israeli strikes on Beirut

Israel announced it killed Ali Yusuf Harshi, nephew of Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem, in a Beirut strike. This occurred despite a ceasefire announcement in a separate conflict. Israeli forces targeted over 100 Hezbollah sites in Beirut and other areas. The strikes followed deadly attacks on commercial and residential areas in…

The Times of India

Confusion grows as Donald Trump reportedly claims he did not know Melania Trump was giving statement on Epstein – as it happened

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Who can claim victory if Iran ceasefire holds? An early winner is China

Beijing’s powerbrokers are credited with winning Iran over, although one analyst says they were ‘pushing an open door’

The Guardian - UK

White House slams George Clooney’s acting ability following Iran threats – Clooney responds

The White House has lashed out at Oscar winner George Clooney for criticising Donald Trump’s threats to Iran: “The only person committing war crimes is George Clooney for his awful movies and terrible acting ability.” Now, the actor has responded, calling the comments “infantile name calling”.

Euronews

Eligible men will be automatically registered for US military draft pool under rule change

Proposal seeks to streamline national service registration process but raises fears about prospect of young Americans being called up and sent to Iran should current conflict drag on or escalate

The Independent UK

Has multilateralism hit a dead end? Could International organisations be collateral damage of the war in Iran?

One of the most striking aspects of the war with Iran is the extent to which it has highlighted the irrelevance of international organisations and multilateral approaches to resolving global conflicts.

The Conversation

Give every UK household enough cheap energy for essential uses, think tank urges

The universal subsidy would be funded by oil and gas companies’ ‘mammoth’ profits, says the New Economics Foundation

The Independent UK

Oil prices rise and stocks fall as investors wary of ‘fragile’ US-Iran ceasefire

Experts said doubts about the stability of the deal in the Middle East were showing up in investor sentiment.

Evening Standard

Ceasefire deal without Lebanon risks destabilising whole region – Cooper

It comes as an Iranian official said his country sent a message to the US by closing the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon.

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No ‘Dalali’, no voice: Jaishankar’s snark can’t steal Islamabad’s ceasefire limelight

Israel has bombed Lebanon despite a temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran, putting a fragile Pakistan-brokered truce in West Asia at risk. After the no-holds-barred Israeli bombing that killed over 100 people, Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz once more.

International Business Times UK

Karoline Leavitt Experiences 'Embarrassing Moment' When Asked Who Controls Strait of Hormuz - Dodged the Question Twice Before Pivoting

Karoline Leavitt avoids answering who controls the Strait of Hormuz during a White House briefing, raising questions about the ceasefire with Iran.

The Guardian - UK

Nato ‘very disappointing’, says Trump, in fresh attack ahead of Rutte speech – as it happened

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The Times of India

We are already in a World War—and it won’t end soon: Ray Dalio

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Lebanon Declares National Mourning Day as Death Toll From Israeli Attacks Reaches 254 on Deadliest Day of 2026 Conflict

Explore the 2026 Lebanon conflict as Israeli airstrikes result in 254 deaths, escalating regional tensions and a humanitarian crisis. Learn about the ceasefire exclusions and stay updated on the latest news.

The Independent UK

Oil prices rise as concerns grow over fragile US-Iran ceasefire deal

Israel launched strikes on Lebanon after the US-Iran ceasefire had been announced

The Guardian - UK

‘They will not get my vote this year’: Birmingham focus group shows shift from Labour support

Previous Labour voters in Yardley discuss issues including cost of living, public services and the Iran war

The Guardian - UK

‘I’ve not had proper food for days’: migrant workers leave India’s cities as Iran war fuel crisis deepens

Gas shortages and rising food prices mean many who came to the capital for work cannot afford to eat. Going home is now their only option

The Independent UK

Yvette Cooper insists Iran cannot toll Strait of Hormuz and slams Trump’s comments

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Starmer says talks with Gulf leaders have reinforced sense Iran war ceasefire is ‘fragile’ – as it happened

Prime minister has been in talks with Saudi crown prince and UAE president today

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Iran to Charge $1‑Per‑Barrel Toll for Tankers in Strait of Hormuz

Iran is reportedly set to demand tolls in cryptocurrency from shipping companies for passage through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, signaling a tightening of control over the vital waterway despite a recent two-week ceasefire with the United States.

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