Iran indicated that discussions with the United States in Oman focused on broad issues to pave the way for the next round of negotiations, while also assessing the sincerity of the other side amid heightened tensions in the Middle East.

The United States has issued a warning to its citizens to leave Iran immediately amid heightened tensions in the Middle East and uncertainty surrounding negotiations between the US and Iran.

Iran has requested that talks with the United States be moved to Oman, limiting discussions to nuclear issues and excluding proxy forces and missiles, amid escalating tensions.

Trump announced the US is pushing India to stop buying Iranian and Russian oil, shifting the target to Venezuela instead, cutting off the revenue stream that supports the war in Ukraine.

Brent crude oil surged to $70 after Trump threatened to attack Iran, pushing up a global risk premium amid concerns over Middle Eastern supply and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

The EU is preparing to vote on sanctions against Iran following the crackdown on protests which has killed thousands of civilians and the designation of the IRGC as a terrorist organization.

Trump is increasing military pressure by moving naval forces closer to Iran after nuclear negotiations stalled, while Iran warned it might attack Israel if the US uses force.

Trump revealed he is sending a naval fleet towards Iran, but hopes he won't need to use force. He also reiterated that the US will retaliate immediately if Iran resumes its nuclear program or uses violence against protesters.