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US military conducts strikes on Iranian missile launch sites and boats in the Strait of Hormuz, asserting self-defence amidst ongoing ceasefire discussions.

Peace talks between the U.S. and Iran continue without a definitive conclusion. Over the weekend, President Trump suggested an agreement might be imminent, but by Monday evening, clarity on the negotiations remained elusive, according to Nikole Killion.

A draft proposal for an agreement with Iran includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and commitments to end military operations, alongside assurances regarding nuclear weapons and the disposal of enriched uranium. Iran has yet to agree fully, although talks are ongoing, according to regional officials.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported the coordination of 26 vessels through the Strait of Hormuz in the last 24 hours, asserting control amid a US blockade. Discussions between Washington and Tehran regarding resumed traffic remain unresolved, exacerbating tensions and potential impacts on global markets.

A warning has been issued following Donald Trump’s threat of military action against Iran, as he set a two to three day deadline for the country to agree to a deal. This development has raised concerns among international observers.

In Tehran, rising rents have left tenants with limited options as economic instability continues. A recent report indicates that monthly housing costs increased by 31% year-on-year, exacerbated by war-related inflation. Many residents struggle to meet these expenses, with incomes failing to keep pace.

President Trump announced that the US blockade of Iranian ports is proving effective, urging Tehran to “just give up” amid escalating tensions. Iran’s Parliament Speaker dismissed the blockade’s impact, stating it has only increased global oil prices, while tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to disrupt markets.

The ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran is intensifying economic and political tensions in the UK. Consumer confidence has hit a two-year low, with rising food and fuel costs predicted, while the government warns of an eight-month fallout. Public unrest concerns are also increasing amid fears of prolonged economic instability.

Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts its blockade, but Washington remains focused on nuclear limits and has little appetite for a deal that separates shipping from enrichment. King Charles is in Washington to speak about renewal in the UK-US relationship, while North Korea is deepening its military bond with Russia and Mali faces a major jihadist offensive. Markets are watching oil, central banks and energy costs, while global politics continues to move through trade routes, alliances and domestic pressure points.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has departed Islamabad for Moscow, as confirmed by the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He is scheduled to meet with senior officials to discuss ongoing diplomatic efforts, amidst uncertainty regarding the resumption of direct talks with the United States.