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US President Donald Trump has publicly declared Iran’s response to a US peace proposal “totally unacceptable,” further stalling diplomatic negotiations aimed at ending the ongoing conflict. Neither the specifics of the American proposal nor the details of Iran’s response have been publicly disclosed. Meanwhile, the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively shut, severely disrupting global energy shipping routes. The strategic waterway handles approximately one-fifth of the world’s oil supply, and its prolonged closure is sending shockwaves through international energy markets. ...

Trump publicly states that Iran’s response to the latest US ceasefire proposal is ’totally unacceptable,’ as tensions escalate once again between Washington and Tehran.

Trump plans to discuss the Iran crisis with Xi Jinping during his China visit, seeking Beijing’s leverage to bring Tehran back to negotiations.

Analysts say tensions between the Trump administration and traditional allies like Europe are likely to persist beyond the Iran conflict.

Trump Sets EU Trade Deal Deadline as Court Rules Global Tariffs Violate US Law President Trump has issued an ultimatum to the European Union to approve a US trade deal. Simultaneously, a US trade court has ruled that his global tariff policy violates American law, adding a new legal dimension to the ongoing trade dispute. Ultimatum Pressure The Trump administration has demanded that the EU accept US trade terms by a specified deadline, threatening additional tariffs otherwise. This strategy continues the administration’s consistent use of tariffs as a negotiating lever, aiming to force EU concessions on agriculture, automobiles, and digital services. ...

[Brief] Trump Plans to Fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary The New York Times reports that Trump has approved the dismissal of FDA Commissioner Marty Makary. This personnel change could shift the direction of US Food and Drug Administration policy. Makary has played a key role in drug approval and public health policy since taking office. A senior official confirmed Trump has signed off on the decision. Source: NYT

Trump Announces 3-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Agreement US President Trump has announced that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a three-day ceasefire, marking the first multi-day truce since the conflict began and representing a significant step forward in peace negotiations. Trump stated the ceasefire will take effect immediately and last 72 hours. During this period, both sides will halt all military operations, including artillery fire and airstrikes. The agreement follows ongoing US diplomatic mediation efforts. ...

Trump’s Latest Tariff Setback Looms Over China Trade Talks President Trump’s tariff agenda suffered another legal setback as a court ruling limits the scope of executive tariff authority. The decision casts uncertainty over upcoming US-China trade negotiations, potentially reshaping the balance of power in trade policy. Analysts say the ruling could fundamentally alter the landscape of US trade policy decision-making, weakening the executive branch’s ability to act unilaterally on trade matters. For upcoming China-US economic negotiations, this legal variable may affect both sides’ strategies and expectations. ...

President Donald Trump stated that the ceasefire agreement with Iran remains intact despite a recent exchange of fire between US and Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz. The incident has drawn international attention, with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accusing the United States of engaging in a “reckless military adventure.” Araghchi claimed that the US launches attacks whenever a diplomatic solution appears within reach. According to The Washington Post, Washington continues to hope for a “serious offer” from Tehran to advance the peace process. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, attending NATO meetings in Rome, echoed this sentiment while acknowledging that President Trump’s verbal criticisms of Iran may persist. ...

Trade Court Rules Trump Global Tariff Program Illegal The US Court of International Trade has ruled that the Trump administration’s reciprocal tariff program is illegal, delivering a significant blow to the White House’s trade policy. The program had imposed steep tariffs on imports from multiple countries, sparking strong opposition and retaliatory measures from global trade partners. The court found that the president exceeded statutory authority in implementing such broad tariffs. ...