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24 results for “plea deal”

Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil

Where things stand after Iran's new pitch for a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz

Tehran signals de-escalation for sanctions relief and security guarantees as UN and Europeans shape steps; markets watch for verification and timing.

  • 8 min
  • Iran

Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil

Iran says choice on reopening Hormuz ‘rests with the United States’ after deal offer

Tehran signals shipping could resume if Washington accepts its framework, putting pressure on US diplomacy as energy and freight risks mount.

  • 7 min
  • Iran

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Zelenskyy to seek offramp for years-long Russia war in UN speech after Trump reveals peace deal is close

At the UN in New York, Zelenskyy is set to signal openness to a political offramp as Trump claims a peace deal is near, focusing talks on ceasefire terms.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Trump warns in UN speech he could 'annihilate' Iran without peace deal

At the UN in New York, Trump said Iran could be annihilated without a peace agreement, urging allies to back U.S. pressure and sharpening tensions.

  • 8 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Trump to tout deals, defend Iran war in UN speech

At the UN in New York, Trump will promote deals and justify U.S. actions on Iran, with markets and allies watching for shifts in sanctions and strategy.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Security expert hails Trump's Greenland pact as a 'big deal' on par with Alaska purchase

Security analyst likens U.S.-Denmark Greenland accord to Alaska purchase, citing curbs on Russian and Chinese basing and investment in the Arctic.

  • 7 min
  • Greenland

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Iran attacks U.S. allies in Gulf region as Trump downplays peace deal potential

Iran reportedly attacked U.S.-aligned partners in the Gulf, prompting security alerts, market jitters, and tighter defenses as Trump downplays peace talks.

  • 7 min
  • Iran

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Trump touts access to 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil in deal he says will slash gas prices

In Washington, Trump says U.S. can tap 65B barrels from Venezuela to cut gas prices; analysts warn legal, logistical hurdles could delay any impact.

  • 7 min
  • Venezuela

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Trump says US and Canada have a trade deal, but key terms remain unclear

Trump claims a US-Canada trade deal, pausing threatened 50% tariffs, but key terms and legal text are pending, leaving markets and policymakers wary.

  • 7 min
  • Canada

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Thune, Trump, Senate conservatives reach deal to set aside budget, SAVE America Act impasse

Late-night deal in Washington pauses budget resolution tied to the SAVE America Act, easing immediate tensions while talks continue.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Iran’s President: Contact with Supreme Leader Currently ‘Very Difficult’ as Hormuz Deal Nears

As a Hormuz security deal nears, Iran’s president says direct contact with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is “very difficult,” signaling internal strain.

  • 7 min
  • Iran

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Syria’s Jihadi President Teases Security Deal with Israel: One Step Closer to Abraham Accords?

President Ahmed al‑Sharaa hints at a Syria–Israel security deal, raising speculation of stepwise normalization; details scarce, risks and scrutiny high.

  • 7 min
  • Syria

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Trump says Saudi Arabia must normalize Israel ties before nuclear deal is approved

In Washington, Trump says any U.S.–Saudi nuclear pact requires Riyadh to normalize relations with Israel, reshaping talks and raising regional stakes.

  • 7 min
  • Saudi Arabia

Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil

'A big effing deal': Graham's final mission moves forward after his death

Bipartisan Senate plan sets 500% tariffs, targets oil shadow fleet; impact hinges on House, enforcement, and allied coordination.

  • 8 min
  • Russia

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Inside Trump's recent dealings with Iran, NATO, Ukraine

At Ankara NATO summit, Trump signaled conditional support for Ukraine amid talks on Iran and burden-sharing; shifts are notable but policy remains unclear.

  • 7 min
  • Turkey

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

U.S.-Israel: Iran deal upsets the alliance

Netanyahu rebukes reported U.S.–Iran understanding, straining ties as both sides test red lines on security, sanctions, and regional coordination.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

US Seeks Peace Talks, but Iran Says a Deal Is Far Off

Washington sends envoys to gauge de-escalation and sanctions talks; Iran says a comprehensive deal is distant amid mistrust and sequencing disputes.

  • 7 min
  • Iran

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

The Iran deal: J.D. Vance in the firing line

A new Iran-related agreement draws hawkish GOP fire, focusing on Vice President J.D. Vance as the White House faces pressure to clarify enforcement.

  • 7 min
  • Iran

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Complaint seeks answers on Scouting America's transgender policy after Pentagon deal

Filing in Washington asks Pentagon to disclose terms of its deal with Scouting America and any gender identity limits tied to Defense partnerships.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Treasury Chief Bessent Defends Trump’s Iran Deal

Bessent backs Trump’s Iran deal in Tehran, stressing sanctions design, phased relief, and market stability amid polarized reactions and investor scrutiny.

  • 7 min
  • Iran

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

US, Iran at odds on nuclear inspections, frozen assets in deal to end war

Trump says Iran agreed to inspections as talks weigh unfreezing assets, with scope, timing, and verification mechanics still under negotiation.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Thune says Congress should have a say in Iran deal as GOP unease grows

Sen. John Thune says Congress should weigh in on a U.S.–Iran deal amid GOP concerns over sanctions relief, verification, and durable approval.

  • 7 min
  • Iran

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Booker slams Trump’s Iran deal as an 'abject surrender,' labels him the 'biggest loser' with 'egg on his face'

Sen. Cory Booker calls President Trump’s Iran memorandum an “abject surrender,” intensifying U.S. debate as allies assess the deal’s durability.

  • 7 min
  • Iran

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Vance ‘feeling good’ after a week selling his book — and a deal to end the Iran war

Vice President JD Vance links book tour optimism to signs of a potential Iran de-escalation deal centered in Tehran, though details remain uncertain.

  • 7 min
  • Iran